Tanker Fleet Operations Lead

ADNOC Distribution; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Distribution is seeking a skilled Operations Manager for its tanker fleet. The role focuses on planning, executing and supervising daily marine operations to ensure safe cargo handling in line with targets and regulations.

You will coordinate with ship masters, supervise tanker operations, and manage reporting, vetting, and vessel turnaround to avoid delays and demurrage, working with internal departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• Diploma Certificate or higher in related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Oil terminal operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with ship masters of ADNOC’s chartered tankers providing guidance to ensure tanker operations targets are met.
• Ensure cargo handling complies with safety and efficiency standards and report appropriately.
• Supervise day-to-day tanker operations and verify logs to ensure safe operations.
• Plan voyages and monitor vessel operations using in-house systems for efficiency and performance.
• Administer ship vetting/inspection and coordinate with ships officers on monitoring ship/shore interfaces.
• Liaise with legal, insurance, customers, port authorities and other parties to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee onshore/offshore staff development, recruitment and training for high engagement.
• Plan discharge orders to optimize vessel turnaround and avoid delays and demurrage.
• Execute monthly nominations and coordinate cargo nominations with ADNOC Marketing and terminals.
• Create and control ERP transactions (GRNs, PTNs, PDNs, PINs) to match loading/discharge.
• Process invoices related to Charter, Agents, Third Party Inspection and Ports authorities.

Skills

Oil terminal operations

Team coordination

Education

Diploma Certificate or higher

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

ADNOC Distribution is seeking a skilled Operations Manager for its tanker fleet. The role focuses on planning, executing and supervising daily marine operations to ensure safe cargo handling in line with targets and regulations.

You will coordinate with ship masters, supervise tanker operations, and manage reporting, vetting, and vessel turnaround to avoid delays and demurrage, working with internal departments and external partners.