Job Description
Who is Portwise?
The Portwise team helps port authorities, owners of terminals and warehouses, and connected logistic organisations to make futureproof decisions on logistic operations and automation. With our team in Rijswijk of approx 25 people, we bring over 2 decades of expertise through 1,000+ consultancy projects.
Portwise is a world-leading consultancy firm that combines extensive automation and operational knowledge with proven simulation tools. We see the value of a connected world. Logistics is and remains important for the well-being and prosperity worldwide. We believe that global logistics can be smarter, more efficient and more sustainable.
We are specialized in design and simulation studies for container terminals, bulk terminals, warehouses and off-shore wind turbine port logistics.
What does a simulation consultant do at Portwise?
As a simulation consultant at Portwise, you will be working on consultancy projects aimed at designing and improving the operational efficiency of terminals in ports. At Portwise, we distinguish ourselves from other consulting and engineering firms by applying extensive automation and operational knowledge with the world’s most accurate simulation tools in this field.
Design studies are a balancing act. How can you make a terminal efficient with a good balance between throughput, performance, footprint, investment and operating cost? Other factors such as safety and robustness-to-changes are also considered.
Activities at Portwise
Day-to-day activities:
1) Learning different aspects of logistics design via the Portwise Academy (online recordings and live training sessions), with possibility to specialize later.
2) Work on exciting and challenging logistic projects.
a. Build project specific models from our object library.
b. Tune this model to operate efficiently.
c. Run different scenarios, test strategies and analyse the results.
d. Draw conclusions and present recommendations to our customers based on these findings.
3) A fun and dedicated group of colleagues of different nationalities to work together on projects in small teams.
4) Possibiliity to grow into other roles at Portwise, such as project manager, lead developer or automation specialist.
Our office
We have a nice, modern office space in The Lobby in Rijswijk, newly decorated in 2021, near the train station. We believe that onboarding new staff and working on projects together works most effectively when people work in the same place. Therefore, we encourage working most days of the week in the office. Being together creates a better bond and cooperation between team members. Working from home is also allowed for one to a couple of days per week.
Events
Portwise has a history of organising fun and sporty events for its staff. At least three times per year an activity is organized for the entire team where we for instance go karting, cook, play music, do an outdoor puzzle tour, and other fun things. We also participate in volleyball, cycling and running events in the neighbourhood. Colleagues who are up for a challenge can team up.
Your profile: what are we looking for in a new colleague?
· You have an academic master’s degree in a relevant education i.e. with strong analytical skills, logistics, applied mathematics, modelling, programming, or data science.
· You like things to be efficient and run smoothly, also in your daily life.
· You enjoy working on complex logistic problems.
· You are interested in port logistics.
· You have affinity with simulation modelling or another type of programming. You do not need to be a hardcore progammer. Our simulation tools can be learned on the job by any smart and motivated person. Experience with Siemens Plant simulation would help you get up to speed quicker.
· You are willing to travel on an incidental basis.
· You perform well working in teams and independently, the job is a combination of both.
Are you interested in this job?
If this job description sparks your interest and you would enjoy working in an innovative, young and dedicated team, please visit us at www.portwiseconsultancy.com.
Are you interested in solving complex logistics challenges by applying simulation models that lead to a solution that is implemented in a real operating terminal?
By tuning and optimising simulation models that mimic existing terminals or terminals that are yet to be build, you determine the best performing terminal design! Because every terminal has its own unique characteristics, every project is different and leads to different logistical challenges to solve.
By modelling different designs into the simulation models and by varying the amount, specification and behaviour of equipment you gain a lot of insights. You can provide a terminal with the type of equipment and amount of equipment that gives the best performance while also taking the costs into consideration. Or for example provide a heat map of the traffic to indicate possible problem areas. These are just a few examples of what you can do by applying the Portwise simulation models.
To stay at the forefront of developments in the port and warehouse business, Portwise is working on various research initiatives. These initiatives are often supported by students. We mostly work with students with a background in Operations Research, Engineering or Computer science, but we also work with students that have affinity with simulation and modelling of logistic processes.
About Portwise
Portwise was founded in 1996 as part of TBA Group and became independent since 2022. We are a world-leading consultancy and simulation firm for logistics in ports, terminals and warehouses. We stand for progress and impact; we work mission-driven and help transform logistics to become future and planet proof. We do this with a mindset of curiosity and creativity, together as a team and with our clients and other stakeholders in the logistic chain. Above all, we love our work. We use our state-of-the-art models, expertise, and skills to make a positive impact on business, people, and planet.
Working at Portwise
We value togetherness and believe in the power of collaboration, teamwork, and unity to achieve our goals and create a positive work culture. Therefore, our staff of approx. 25 employees work together in our office in Rijswijk several days per week.
There will be opportunities to travel and work abroad due to the international character of our business. Besides that, Portwise believes that training is an essential part to keep on improving. We have our own academy, to make sure that all the employees are up to date with the latest developments in the port business.
The main office of Portwise is located in Rijswijk, the Netherlands. In addition, our workforce includes local representatives in South America and Oceania.
Are you interested?
Portwise is continuously looking for new members of our international team of experts. For more information or career opportunities, visit our website at: