Vessel Operator

Spinnaker; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Spinnaker in India seeks an experienced Vessel Operator to manage day-to-day commercial voyage operations for Panamax bulk carriers, coordinating with chartering, marine, legal, and insurance teams to drive safe, compliant voyages.

You will monitor market trends, prepare voyage instructions and documentation, and maintain strong communication with owners, charterers, brokers, and port agents. A degree in Marine or related field and 3+ years in bulk-ship operations are required.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Marine or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in a bulk ship operator role.
• Strong communication skills with clients, vessel owners, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Sound negotiation skills and team-oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of maritime safety regulations and best practices in vessel operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commercial voyage operations of time-chartered and voyage-chartered bulk vessels.
• Coordinate with Chartering, Marine, Legal, Insurance and other departments for seamless operations.
• Ensure voyages comply with Charter Party agreements and safety standards.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks and supervise vessel voyages.
• Maintain clear communication with ship owners, charterers, brokers, port agents and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and process voyage instructions, stow plans, bunker and cargo documentation.
• Monitor market trends and freight rates to capitalise on commercial opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Numerical & analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Team player

Maritime safety knowledge

Education

Degree/Diploma in Marine or related field

Job description

Vessel Operator (Panamax) - India

An exciting role to work as part of a World-Class Shipping Division; a leading Dry Bulk Shipper, looking to expand their Operations domain across their India location.

We are seeking experienced Vessel Operators who will manage the day-to-day commercial voyage operations of both time-chartered and voyage-chartered dry bulk vessels whilst supporting on management for worldwide marine operations closely.

In this pivotal role, you will..

• Ensure strict adherence to Charter Party agreements
• Coordinate closely with multiple departments—including Chartering, Marine, Legal, Insurance, and others to facilitate seamless operations
• Ensure safety - operating voyages in compliance with contractual obligations, organisational safety standards, and vetting requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks.
• Supervise vessel voyages
• Maintain clear, timely communication with ship owners, charterers, brokers, port agents, and other stakeholders.
• Preparing and processing all required documentation, including voyage instructions, Stow plans, Bunker and Cargo documentation.
• Monitor market trends, freight rates, and sector developments relevant to dry bulk shipping; to ensure voyages are capitalized for commercial opportunities.

About you

We are looking for..

• A Degree/Diploma in Marine or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a bulk ship operator role.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, vessel owners, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Sound negotiation skills.
• A good team player.
• Knowledge of maritime safety regulations, environmental standards, and best practices in vessel operations.