Tanker Operations Specialist

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA is assisting a small, international shipping company in finding a Tanker Operations Specialist based in Geneva. You will act as the primary operational contact for assigned vessels and manage day-to-day commercial operations from fixture to voyage completion.

Responsibilities include ensuring voyages are performed safely and in compliance with charter terms, coordinating with masters, charterers and brokers, monitoring schedules and costs, and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies or related field, equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in tanker operations, ship management or vessel operations.
• Seagoing experience on oil, chemical or product tankers is desirable.
• Strong understanding of tanker charter parties, voyage execution and commercial shipping operations.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; other languages advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Act as the primary operational contact for assigned vessels.
• Work with Masters, charterers, brokers, shipowners, agents and terminals.
• Manage day-to-day commercial operations from fixture to voyage completion.
• Ensure voyages are safe, efficient and compliant with charter party terms and regulations.
• Coordinate with Masters, charterers, brokers, agents, terminals and technical managers for voyage execution.
• Monitor schedules, cargo operations, port calls and voyage performance to minimise delays and risks.
• Identify contractual issues, preserve evidence and manage operational aspects of claims and disputes.
• Review voyage documents and monitor voyage-related costs.
• Provide timely operational guidance to Masters, including during emergencies.

Kenntnisse

Tanker operations

Voyage management

Stakeholder coordination

English proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies

Jobbeschreibung

About Our Client

For our client a small and international shipping company, we are currently looking for a Tanker Operations Specialist

Job Description

• act as the primary operational contact for assigned vessels
• work closely with Masters, charterers, brokers, shipowners, agents, terminals...
• Manage the day-to-day commercial operation of assigned tanker vessels from fixture to voyage completion.
• Ensure voyages are performed safely, efficiently and in compliance with charter party terms, international regulations and company procedures.
• Coordinate with Masters, charterers, brokers, agents, terminals, technical managers and other stakeholders to ensure smooth voyage execution.
• Monitor vessel schedules, cargo operations, port calls and voyage performance, taking proactive action to minimise delays and operational risks.
• Protect Owners' commercial interests by identifying contractual issues, preserving evidence and managing operational aspects of claims and disputes.
• Review and verify voyage documentation, including Bills of Lading, Statements of Facts, Notices of Readiness and other operational records.
• Monitor voyage expenses and support the accurate settlement of freight, hire, demurrage and other voyage-related accounts.
• Provide timely operational guidance and support to vessel Masters, including during emergencies and critical incidents.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Marine Transportation, Logistics, Business Administration or a related discipline. Equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in tanker operations, ship management or vessel operations.
• Seagoing experience on oil, chemical or product tankers is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of tanker charter parties, voyage execution and commercial shipping operations.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English. Additional languages are an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of tanker operations, cargo handling and port operations.
• Good understanding of charter parties, laytime, demurrage, freight and voyage economics.
• Knowledge of maritime sanctions compliance and trade restrictions.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

What's on Offer

A permanent job in a small and fast growing company