Port Captain

At HMM, we’re not just a global leader in integrated logistics and shipping—we’re shaping the future of maritime transport. With a diverse fleet and extensive global network, we deliver customized, sustainable solutions that create value for our customers. Our vision to be #1 in customer trust, employee satisfaction, and green shipping sets us apart from competitors. We offer competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a work culture that blends autonomy with strategic support. Join us in driving innovation, sustainability, and success across the shipping and logistics industry. Why HMM? Impactful Work : Be part of a company that shapes the global supply chain while contributing to economic, environmental, and social growth. At HMM, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a company committed to being #1 in customer trust, employee satisfaction, and green shipping. Career Growt h: We are dedicated to your development. With mentorship, cross-department training, and career advancement opportunities, HMM invests in your success and professional growth. Collaborative Culture : Enjoy a dynamic work environment that fosters autonomy while providing continuous support and guidance from leadership to ensure your success and personal development. Competitive Benefits : HMM offers competitive compensation packages, health benefits, performance bonuses, 401K, and employee discount programs to support your well-being. Work-Life Balance : We believe in maintaining a healthy balance. Our generous vacation and floating holidays give you the flexibility to recharge and maintain a fulfilling life outside of work. GENERAL POSITION OVERVIEW The Port Captain position has regional responsibilities for efficient and cost-effective terminal and vessel operations within the assigned region’s ports and marine terminals. Responsibilities include representing HMM with alliance members, lines, stevedores, vendors and ports to ensure smooth operations and fair treatment. Coordinate with vessel planners, agents, stevedores, terminals and vessels to ensure a cohesive vessel schedule and working plan is in place and understood by all. Additional responsibilities are managing boarding agents, vessel schedules and slot sharing agreements for the assigned region. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES Act as liaison between HASA Operations and terminal management. Ensure that terminals / stevedores / reefer vendors are aware of changes to vessel rotation, phase in/out. Review terminal billing for marine operations and verify accuracy (volume, rate, application of contract) for all vessel calls that carry HMM cargo. Manage marine expenses in the region; provide first verification of invoices from marine vendors within the assigned region while focusing on cost reduction. Work with AHQ Vessel Planner to ensure that operations of all HMM vessels are planned in a safe, economical, and timely manner, including vessel stowage and labor orders. Monitor vessel operations for all Alliance vessel calls and work with AHQ Marine Ops to adjust as necessary to meet port call objectives. Input arrival / departure times and TDR information (i.e. discharge figures, restows by line) for vessel calls. Participate in developing strategy for negotiating competitive agreements with marine vendors, terminals and ports. Estimate costs of loading / discharge for sales leads for all out-of-gauge and break-bulk cargo. Work closely with member lines through Alliance (LOC or other) structure to develop tactical solutions and ensure smooth operations Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Duties Review partner line vessels activities for abnormalities to reduce service disruption and extra cost. Review terminal performance compared to terminal contract to identify unnecessary costs and opportunities to improve Schedule and attend LOC meetings in each port with partner lines on quarterly basis - continue to foster good communication between l…

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