Aromatic Cargo Operations Coordinator

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. is seeking a Cargo Operator to manage end-to-end execution of physical aromatic chemical cargoes.

The successful candidate will coordinate with traders, vessel owners, terminals, agents and inspectors to ensure shipments are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements. The role requires practical knowledge of chemical tanker operations and aromatic products such as benzene, toluene and xylene, with strong documentation and

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics, Supply Chain, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Approximately three to five years of experience in physical commodity, petrochemical, chemical tanker or cargo operations.
• Experience handling aromatic products such as benzene, toluene or xylene preferred.
• Good understanding of chemical tanker operations, terminals and shipping documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage physical cargo operations from contract confirmation through final delivery and settlement.
• Coordinate cargo nominations, vessel schedules, loading and discharge arrangements.
• Liaise with traders, suppliers, customers, shipowners, brokers, terminals, agents and inspectors.
• Review operational terms within sales, purchase and Charter Party agreements.
• Issue and monitor shipping instructions, documentary requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare and review bills of lading, certificates of quantity and quality, and other shipping documents.
• Monitor cargo specifications, tank suitability, compatibility and contamination risks.
• Coordinate product sampling, inspection and quality-control activities.
• Track vessel movements and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor terminal inventory, cargo balances, loading quantities and delivery schedules.
• Manage delays, short loading, quantity differences and off-spec cargo issues.

Skills

Coordination

Documentation

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or degree in Maritime Studies/Shipping/Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trading/operational systems

Job description

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. is seeking a Cargo Operator to manage end-to-end execution of physical aromatic chemical cargoes.

The successful candidate will coordinate with traders, vessel owners, terminals, agents and inspectors to ensure shipments are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements. The role requires practical knowledge of chemical tanker operations and aromatic products such as benzene, toluene and xylene, with strong documentation and