Senior Port & Logistics Coordinator

Overview

Manage warehouse & port logistics for offshore substation project in Brooklyn

Key Responsibilities

• warehouse ops
• inventory management
• hse compliance
• port coordination
• refuelling
• stevedore supervision

Tasks

You will manage on-site warehouse and logistics support at a temporary port facility that feeds an offshore substation installation and commissioning campaign. The role requires strong port-operations experience, excellent coordination with vessel and offshore teams (including refuelling / bunkering coordination), and hands-on warehouse management (receipts, storage, issue, staging and documentation). This position works closely with marine operations, HSE, offshore management, subcontractors and project supply chain. -Supervise on-site stevedore/staging activity and ensure correct lifting/crane/forklift procedures are followed (including slinging, tagging and safe load handling). -Arrange and coordinate refuelling / bunkering requests when required, ensuring all permits, HSE and port procedures are followed and logged. -Run day-to-day warehouse operations at the temporary port facility: receive, inspect, store, track, pick, pack and issue materials and spares for offshore transfer. Maintain accurate inventory records in the WMS / SAP / Excel as required. -Maintain clear documentation: packing lists, bills of lading, cargo movement records, material issue/return logs, and daily/shift reports for the project supply-chain team and client. -Manage HSE compliance on-site: ensure PPE, permits-to-work, ISPS/port security requirements and safety briefings are in place for all personnel accessing the port and warehouse. Escalate and record incidents. -Coordinate port calls: liaise with vessel masters, port agents, stevedores and marine coordinators to plan berthing, loading/discharging windows and turnaround priorities. Produce/maintain vessel shift logs and cargo manifests where required. -Collaborate with supply chain / procurement and finance for purchase orders, invoicing and cost tracking related to port services and logistics. -Support installation & commissioning logistics for the offshore substation: pre-stage equipment and consumables, coordinate last-minute requisitions, and ensure timely transfer to vessels.

Requirements

• forklift cert
• twic card
• 3-5 years
• warehouse ops
• port coordination
• communication

What You Bring

Brooklyn, NY (on-site at temporary port warehouse). Local candidates preferred; short-term accommodation available for the right candidate. -Valid forklift certificate and demonstrable experience operating or supervising forklift/crane operations onshore. -Willing and able to work irregular hours and early/late shifts as required by port calls. -Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in port operations, terminal logistics, or warehouse coordination — preferably supporting marine/offshore projects (offshore wind, oil & gas or heavy-lift marine projects). -Strong hands-on warehouse skills: stock control, picking/packing, issuing materials and basic stores housekeeping. -Valid TWIC card (or ability to obtain) and eligibility to work on US port facilities. (If candidate does not hold TWIC, indicate time to obtain.) -Demonstrable experience arranging port calls and coordinating vessel movements, including working with port agents and stevedores. -Very flexible working patterns: port calls planned 2–3 times per week with variable start times (examples: 05:00 / 11:00 / 23:00). Candidate must be available for early/late windows. -PPE and safety equipment provided on-site. Relevant training provided or funded as required by the project. -Temporary contract based in Brooklyn at a temporary port warehouse supporting a multi-billion-dollar offshore substation project. Local candidates preferred; accommodation provided for exceptional candidates from outside the area. -Excellent verbal and written communication — ability to liaise with vessel masters, subcontractors, technicians and project managers.

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Benefits

Long term contract role (with possibly of transitioning into a permanent position) to support a major offshore construction project. Very flexible hours — port calls and operational activity occur 2–3 times per week and may require early starts (e.g., 05:00) or late finishes (e.g., 23:00). Remuneration and commercial terms flexible — hourly, daily, weekly or monthly payment models can be considered. -Competitive pay — open to multiple commercial models: hourly, daily, weekly or monthly remuneration. Project may offer overtime rates and shift allowances for unsocial hours.

About Ersg Ltd

-Grew from a UK startup into an international firm. -Built a reputation placing both white‑ and blue‑collar professionals on major projects worldwide. -Manages diverse projects—offshore and onshore wind farms, solar installations, data centre builds, marine and subsea works. -Specialises in workforce solutions: contract recruitment, permanent hires, MSP, RPO, payroll and SOW programs. -Serves clients in energy, power generation, built environment, transmission, green tech and environmental sectors. -Expanded into strategic markets like South Korea to support offshore wind development in new regions. -Recognised with industry awards such as Top Recruiter and Peak Performance, underscoring market leadership. -Leverages deep sector knowledge and global networks to staff complex engineering and construction initiatives.

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