Trainee – Dangerous Goods (DG) Approver – Container Shipping (BSC/MSc-Chemistry), Indore

Job Description:

Bond: 2 Years (Skill-based training investment)

 Rotational Shifts: Candidates must be open for permanent shift rotations (Asia - Morning (0630 or 0700 or 0800hrs, Europe/Africa - Afternoon , North/Latin America-Night shifts).
 Performance-Based Growth (Every 6 Months) in Bond Period:

Position: Trainee- Dangerous Goods (DG) Approver – Container Shipping
Location: Indore, India
Job Type: Office Desk Job (No Field Work)

Primary Objective

To review, assess, and approve Dangerous Goods (DG) shipments in compliance with international safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies, ensuring safe transport of hazardous cargo within the global container shipping network.

Key Responsibilities

1. DG Documentation Review & Approval
 Review shipper-provided Dangerous Goods Declarations (DGD) and related documentation for accuracy and completeness.
 Verify proper classification, labeling, packaging, and placarding as per IMDG Code requirements.
 Approve or reject DG bookings based on regulatory compliance and company safety standards.
2. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
 Ensure all DG cargo complies with:

o International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
o SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations
o Flag State and Port State Control requirements
o Internal company policies and risk management protocols
3. Risk Assessment
 Conduct technical risk evaluations for high-risk cargo (explosives, radioactive, corrosives, toxic substances).
 Approve transport feasibility for sensitive DG shipments considering vessel type, stowage restrictions, and routing limitations.
4. Coordination & Communication
 Liaise with shippers, freight forwarders, port authorities, terminals, and internal operations teams regarding DG approvals.
 Guide booking desks, vessel planners, and terminal operators on DG handling and segregation requirements.
 Work closely with stowage planners to ensure safe positioning of DG containers on vessels.
5. System Management & Documentation
 Utilize company systems to log DG approvals and maintain accurate approval records.
 Monitor pending approvals and ensure data integrity for all DG cargo movements across the network.
6. Training & Awareness
 Stay updated with changes to IMDG Code and DG handling best practices.
 Conduct internal awareness and training sessions for operations teams on DG compliance and safety procedures.
7. Incident Support
 Support incident investigations related to DG shipments.
 Recommend preventive and corrective actions to reduce DG-related risks.

Required Skills & Competencies

 Strong analytical and documentation review skills.
 Effective communication and coordination skills across international teams.
 In-depth training on IMDG Code and hazardous cargo classification will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications
 Education: B.Sc. Chemistry / M.Sc. Chemistry

Compensation & Benefits
 Salary at Joining:
o B.Sc. Chemistry: ₹2.75 LPA from Day 1
o M.Sc. Chemistry: ₹3.30 LPA from Day 1 (based on Right candidate, with good attitude, Communication, Knowledge and Commitment)
 Bond: 2 Years (Skill-based training investment)
 Rotational Shifts: Candidates must be open for permanent shift rotations (Asia - Morning (0630 or 0700 or 0800hrs, Europe/Africa - Afternoon , North/Latin America-Night shifts).
 Performance-Based Growth (Every 6 Months) in Bond Period:
o B.Sc. Chemistry: ₹20,000 Increment in CTC
o M.Sc. Chemistry: ₹25,000 Increment in CTC
 Insurance Coverage:
o Employee Mediclaim Insurance for self, spouse, dependent parents, and two children.
o Employee Personal Accident Policy for self.
o Employee Term Life Policy for self.
 Working Days: 5 days a week (Mon – Fri) @ office
Saturday will follow a work-from-home model, aligned with region-specific (Asia, Europe, North America) operational requirements. On Sundays (rotational), only essential monitoring (if required) will be managed via the designated WhatsApp group.