Hazmat Transportation Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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.

HMM is looking for a motivated and results-driven Hazmat Coordinator to ensure regulatory compliance to prevent loss of life and property, to prevent fines for non-compliance, and to protect the environment with the use of 49 CFR (parts 100-185) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receives documentation via email from customers.
• Prints and reviews documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Keys various elements of data from documentation into HMM operating system. 
• Organizes and tracks multiple ongoing issues and communicates with Customer Service Centers to ensure regulatory compliance from shippers. 
• Monitors, plans, coordinates, and maintains hazardous material activities for domestic and international shipments to include reviewing documentation, approving hazmat applications, uploading and downloading documentation into and from HMM database. Also routes and tracks shipments, prepares reports and ensures compliance with foreign and domestic transportation laws and regulations. 
• Coordinates with all applicable vessel owners, load ports, transit ports and regulatory bodies the loading and transit of all Hazardous Materials.
• Interfaces with internal and external worldwide operations and organizations on a daily basis to ensure excellent service for customers. 
• Provides customers with knowledge of hazardous material regulations to guarantee safe transport of goods. Performs follow up with customers concerning documentation discrepancy issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

Education:  

• A high school diploma or GED is required. A bachelor's degree in Science, Supply Chain Management or International Business is preferred
• Strong consideration will be given to applicants with shipping industry experience and/or knowledge of hazmat regulations

Essential Skills:  

• At least one year of transportation experience, including hands-on knowledge of hazardous materials and a working understanding of applicable regulations, including USDOT 49 CFR, and the IMDG Code required
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers globally

Experience:  

• Regulatory Knowledge: Experience with domestic and international hazardous materials regulations, including compliance with transportation laws.