Operations Executive – Mini Bulk (1,000–3,000 DWT) London, Full-time

Marcenta Chartering & Shipping Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcenta Chartering & Shipping Ltd. is seeking an Operations Executive for the mini bulk desk (1,000–3,000 DWT). You will oversee post-fixture operations from NOR to final discharge, focusing on efficient, accurate handling of short-sea trades.

You will coordinate with owners, agents and charterers, track laytime, demurrage and despatch, and review charter party documentation to ensure smooth execution of voyages.

Qualifications

• Experience in dry bulk post-fixture operations.
• Ability to manage multiple fast-turnaround voyages.
• Solid understanding of laytime, demurrage and charter party terms.

Responsibilities

• Manage mini bulk voyages from fixture through to final discharge and invoicing.
• Track laytime, demurrage and despatch across high-frequency, short-cycle trades.
• Liaise with agents, terminals and surveyors at load and discharge ports.
• Review bills of lading, statements of fact and charter party documentation.
• Flag discrepancies early and support broker on dispute resolution.

Skills

Dry bulk post-fixture ops

Vessel fixture handling

Laytime knowledge

Demurrage & despatch

Job description

Operations Executive – Mini Bulk (1,000–3,000 DWT)

Role overview

As Marcenta opens a mini bulk desk covering 1,000–3,000 DWT tonnage, we're looking for an Operations Executive to run the post-fixture side — from NOR to final discharge — for a fleet built around short-sea and regional trades.

What You Get

• Ownership of a new desk's operations from the ground up
• Direct, unfiltered contact with owners, agents and charterers
• Competitive, performance-based compensation

Responsibilities

• Manage mini bulk voyages from fixture through to final discharge and invoicing
• Track laytime, demurrage and despatch across a high-frequency, short-cycle trade
• Liaise with agents, terminals and surveyors across regional load and discharge ports
• Review bills of lading, statements of fact and charter party documentation
• Flag discrepancies early and support the broker on dispute resolution

What we are looking for

• Experience in dry bulk post-fixture operations, ideally on smaller/mini bulk tonnage
• Comfortable managing multiple fast-turnaround voyages at once
• Strong grasp of laytime, demurrage and charter party terms
• Clear, organised communication with owners, agents and charterers