Fleet Deployment and Bunker Operator

Northrop Grumman; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and operations company based in Central London is seeking a Shipping Operations Coordinator to manage the vessel movements of a multi-port fleet. The role includes planning, coordinating operations, and driving process improvements. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in shipping operations or fleet management, alongside excellent communication skills. This position offers a flexible work schedule and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree with experience in shipping operations or fleet performance monitoring.
• Comfortable handling unforeseen vessel issues and updating schedules.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and flexibility to work on-call.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee vessel movements effectively and profitably.
• Monitor adherence to schedules and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate bunker operations and ensure cost control.

Skills

Planning and organising

Problem solving

Multitasking

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

As a member of the Shipping Operations team, you will join a newly reconstituted and motivated group of colleagues. You will play an important role in managing the day-to‑day operations of a multi‑port RoRo fleet of about 30 vessels. You will plan, oversee and coordinate all vessel movements for the shipping lines assigned to you, and arrange bunkers in the most efficient and cost‑effective way. You will also be encouraged to identify and drive process improvements and take ownership to bring your ideas to successful implementation.

Responsibilities

• Fleet planning & scheduling
• Plan and oversee vessel movements for the shipping lines assigned to you in the most effective and profitable way.
• Monitor adherence to schedules and operational KPIs and adjust where needed.
• Report on deviations from the schedule and explain the commercial and financial impact.
• Organise bunker operations for the vessels under your responsibility.
• Coordinate with the technical department on fuel quantity and quality.
• Ensure administrative follow‑up (bunkers, invoices, certificates, etc.) and support operational cost control.
• Consult and communicate daily with Captains, terminals, commercial, technical and data teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Act as main contact for your services, balancing operational reliability and cost.
• Contribute to fleet performance optimisation and continuous operational improvements.
• Participate in strategic fleet deployment and chartering in/out decisions.
• Support emission reporting, sustainability initiatives and (bio‑)LNG bunkering.

Qualifications

• You hold a minimum Bachelor’s degree with relevant working experience such as shipping operations, transport/network planning, bunkering, RoRo, or fleet performance monitoring.
• You enjoy planning and organising, while keeping the broader operational and commercial picture in mind.
• You are comfortable handling unforeseen vessel or berth issues, updating schedules and informing relevant stakeholders as required.
• You are a strong problem solver with an out‑of‑the‑box mindset.
• You show a high degree of flexibility and availability, including participation in an evening/weekend on‑call rota.
• You are a multitasker who performs well under pressure.
• You are a committed team player, balanced with the autonomy and motivation to deliver individually.
• You have strong communication skills and an excellent command of English.

Location

Central London (United Kingdom)