Assistant Manager, Liner Operations

Pacific International Lines; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Strong focus on sustainability

Job summary

Pacific International Lines (PIL) in Singapore is seeking a Liner Operations Assistant Manager to support execution of liner operations across multiple services. The role involves schedule management, stowage planning, and collaboration with various teams to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of relevant experience, a degree in maritime or logistics, and strong operational execution skills. Join PIL to be part of a leading global carrier committed to innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• More than 2 years in operations or maritime logistics, or seafarer re‑conversion.
• Expertise in executing operations in day‑to‑day execution (coastal schedule, stowage planning).
• Familiar with core cost elements (restow, bunker, CH, port cost).

Responsibilities

• Establish stowage plans and coastal schedules for full ship operations.
• Collaborate with Trade, EMD, procurement, finance, and chartering.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations.

Skills

Operational Execution

Advanced Collaboration

Financial Acumen

Digital Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in maritime, business, or logistics

Tools

ERP systems

Analytics tools

Job description

With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.

The Liner Operations Assistant Manager is supporting the Manager for the execution of liner operations for a Trade‑Lane (multiple services), including schedule management and stowage planning. This role is preparing you to become a manager that oversees teams of operation professionals, manages key stakeholder relationships, and ensures the delivery of cost‑effective, compliant, and high‑quality services.

Understanding that operations "spend money to make money", the Liner Operations Deputy Manager plays a critical role in executing operation policies, supporting innovation, and delivering operation goals with broader business objectives, embodying a holistic mindset.

At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operation Execution: establish stowage plans and coastal schedules, seeking to have full ships operated within Proforma. Track and report on bunker consumption during and at the end of the round‑trip.
• Operations Governance: supported by regional/local operation teams ensuring cargo & bunker operation performance and compliance with each port regulation.
• Cross‑Functional Integration: collaborate with Trade, EMD, procurement, finance, and chartering to ensure operations deliver business objectives.
• Regulatory and Policy Compliance: ensure all operations activities comply with internal controls and external regulations, including but not limited to SOLAS and IMDG.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in maritime, business, or logistics preferred.
• Experience: More than 2 years in operations or maritime logistics, or seafarer re‑conversion.
• Operations Execution: expertise in executing operations in day‑to‑day execution (coastal schedule, stowage planning).
• Advanced Collaboration: bring stakeholders together, listen and articulate complex requirements, and understand that every decision will have trade‑offs.
• Financial Acumen: familiar with core cost elements (restow, bunker, CH, port cost) and can articulate them in decision making.
• Digital Proficiency: familiar with operation platforms, ERP systems, and analytics tools.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.