Shipping Operator

Gazprom Energy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy trader seeks a candidate to join their LNG team, responsible for operating and managing a global fleet of chartered LNG tankers. The role demands expertise in shipping technology, commercial issues, and collaboration across various operational groups. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus benefits

Bonus potential

Pension

Holidays

Flexible benefits

Life and health insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Preferably has LNG experience.
• Familiarity with IMOS or similar systems.
• Team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-fixture activities and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate communication among various stakeholders.
• Support multiple operational teams globally.

Skills

Understanding of shipping technology

Commercial issues

Proactive team player

Tools

IMOS

SAP

MS Office

Job description

SEFE Marketing & Trading Limited (SM&T) is part of the SEFE Group, headquartered in London. It is a multi-commodity trader with expertise in derivatives, digital, and analytics, focusing on European gas, LNG, power, and environmental markets.

Join our LNG team!

We are seeking a candidate to operate a global fleet of chartered LNG tankers, responsible for:

• Post-fixture activities (agency, port, bunker procurement, heel management, insurance, settlements, demurrage, ship-shore coordination)
• Performance monitoring and reporting, claims management
• Coordination of the chartered fleet
• Communication with vessels, owners, operators, and stakeholders
• Supporting various groups within SEFE, including LNG Cargo Operations, Trading, Technical, and Marine Assurance
• Supporting the Integrated Maritime Operations System (IMOS) and working with Back Office teams globally
• Additional duties as assigned

The role may include other responsibilities aligned with business needs.

What we seek in a candidate:

Understanding of shipping technology and commercial issues, preferably LNG experience, familiarity with IMOS (or similar), SAP, MS Office, and a proactive team player to support our global trading operations.

Our offer:

Competitive salary plus benefits including bonus potential, pension, holidays, flexible benefits, life and health insurance, and career development opportunities.

About SEFE:

SEFE GmbH is a major European energy company involved in supply, trading, transportation, and storage. The group comprises around 50 companies across 16 countries, employing about 1,500 people.

SM&T, part of SEFE, is a London-based energy trader with a focus on derivatives, digital, and analytics, supporting energy transition initiatives. We foster a culture of excellence, growth, and innovation, valuing diverse expertise and encouraging new ideas.