Shipping Operator (Tankers)

Are you an experienced shipping professional with a background in tanker operations and a good understanding of charter party terms? If you enjoy coordinating vessel movements, managing voyage requirements and working closely with trading teams, this could be an opportunity to take the next step in your career.
  
Our client is an established organisation within the energy and commodities sector and is looking for a Shipping Operator (Tankers) to join its Singapore team. This role involves overseeing the operational execution of spot shipments, coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring voyages are managed efficiently while safeguarding the company's commercial interests.
  
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the trading team, vessel owners, brokers and agents to ensure smooth execution of shipments and timely communication of voyage updates.
• Monitor vessel movements and voyage progress, identifying potential delays and coordinating adjustments to operational plans where necessary.
• Prepare voyage instructions and confirm key operational details, including cargo quantities, loading windows, port arrangements and vessel schedules.
• Review fixture recaps and charter party agreements to ensure voyage arrangements and operational decisions align with contractual terms.
• Assess additional voyage expenses and charter party-related claims, verifying supporting documentation and contractual validity before approving or rejecting charges.
• Coordinate the initiation and processing of freight payments and other voyage-related charges.
• Support the review and settlement of demurrage claims by maintaining complete voyage records and ensuring relevant documentation is readily available.
• Maintain accurate voyage statistics, shipment documentation and operational databases for reporting and internal reference.
• Update relevant voyage management and trading systems to ensure operational information and records remain accurate.
• Handle pre-fixture and post-fixture activities, providing operational support across the shipping function as required.
• Undertake additional shipping-related projects and duties in line with business needs.

  
Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in the shipping or marine industry.
• Experience in tanker operations, preferably involving oil tankers.
• Familiarity with charter party terms, laytime calculations and demurrage processes.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines and operational requirements.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced trading environment.

  
Benefits:
Competitive Salary Package: Receive a salary that reflects your industry experience and capabilities, complemented by performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
  
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Daphne Ng (EA Reg No: R1980651)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphne-ngyiqi/
Email: daphne.ng@faststream.com
Faststream Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA Licence No: 09C3403