Ship Planner (Cargo/Stowage) Jobs (Shore / Maritime)
A full guide to the Ship Planner (Cargo/Stowage) role ashore - what it involves day to day, the sea career that leads into it, and what shore employers look for.
What the role involves
The Ship Planner prepares cargo stowage and loading plans, optimising the use of space, stability and port rotation. The role is especially important on container and Ro-Ro trades, where efficient stowage directly affects turnaround time, safety and profitability.
The career path from sea
Deck officers with strong cargo-operations experience are well suited, as are terminal and operations professionals.
What shore employers look for
Employers look for cargo-planning and stowage experience, a good grasp of stability and lashing, and the analytical skills to optimise complex load plans.
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