Vessel Operations Coordinator

Advanced Resource Managers; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers in London is seeking a Vessel Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day operations of Dry Bulk vessels, ensuring voyages are executed safely and efficiently.

Working closely with Chartering Managers, Masters, Agents and Brokers, you will review charters, monitor schedules and handle bunkering, invoicing and voyage accounting activities.

The role suits an organised, commercially minded candidate looking to develop a long-term career in maritime operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, maritime operations or logistics.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of Dry Bulk vessels from fixture through to voyage completion.
• Review charter parties, fixture recaps and voyage instructions.
• Monitor vessel schedules, positions and voyage performance.
• Liaise with Masters, Agents, Brokers and Chartering teams for efficient voyage execution.
• Assist with bunker planning, freight invoicing, hire statements and voyage accounting activities.
• Support laytime calculations, demurrage claims and operational reporting.
• Maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
• Support resolution of operational, performance and cargo-related claims.

Skills

Maritime operations

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Microsoft 365

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Vessel Operations Coordinator

London | £30,000 - £45,000 + Benefits

We are recruiting for a Vessel Operations Coordinator to join a leading international Dry Bulk shipping organisation based in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and commercially minded individual looking to develop a long-term career within the maritime sector.

Working closely with Chartering Managers, Masters, Agents and Brokers, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of Dry Bulk vessels, ensuring voyages are executed safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of Dry Bulk vessels from fixture through to voyage completion.
• Review charter parties, fixture recaps and voyage instructions.
• Monitor vessel schedules, positions and voyage performance.
• Liaise with Masters, Agents, Brokers and Chartering teams to ensure efficient voyage execution.
• Assist with bunker planning, freight invoicing, hire statements and voyage accounting activities.
• Support laytime calculations, demurrage claims and operational reporting.
• Maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
• Support the resolution of operational, performance and cargo-related claims.

About You

• Experience within shipping, maritime operations, logistics or a similar operational environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365.
• Exposure to Dry Bulk shipping would be advantageous.