Capesize Dry Bulk Vessel Operator: Voyages & Operations

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global seeks an experienced Vessel Operator in Singapore to manage end-to-end operations for a fleet of Capesize bulk carriers transporting iron ore. You will oversee voyages from fixture to completion, coordinating with Masters, charterers, brokers, port agents, terminals and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient execution.

The role requires 3–5 years of dry-bulk vessel operations, familiarity with Charter Party terms, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in dry-bulk vessel operations.
• Hands-on experience operating Capesize bulk carriers preferred.
• Experience handling iron-ore cargoes and major bulk terminals advantageous.
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Notices of Readiness, Statements of Facts and Letters of Indemnity.
• Understand bunkering, vessel-performance monitoring, voyage calculations and port operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily commercial operations of approximately 4 Capesize vessels.
• Oversee iron-ore voyages from fixture confirmation through final completion.
• Review Charter Party terms, fixture recaps and voyage instructions.
• Issue voyage and operational instructions to Masters and stakeholders.
• Coordinate vessel arrivals, berthing, loading and discharging with agents and terminals.
• Monitor vessel schedules, cargo readiness, port restrictions and weather conditions.
• Arrange bunkers and monitor fuel consumption, speed and performance.
• Track voyage progress and address delays or operational issues.
• Manage voyage documentation including Bills of Lading, Notices of Readiness, Statements of Facts and Letters of Indemnity.
• Monitor compliance with Charter Party requirements and contractual obligations.
• Prepare voyage estimates, voyage P&L and cost reports.
• Review port disbursement accounts and bunker invoices.
• Assist with laytime calculations, demurrage and despatch claims.
• Coordinate with technical, marine, finance and commercial teams.
• Maintain accurate operational records and provide vessel-status updates.
• Support incident management, claims handling and dispute resolution when required.
• Ensure all voyages comply with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

English communication

Decisive problem solving

Education

Maritime studies or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Voyage-management systems

Job description

Direct Search Global seeks an experienced Vessel Operator in Singapore to manage end-to-end operations for a fleet of Capesize bulk carriers transporting iron ore. You will oversee voyages from fixture to completion, coordinating with Masters, charterers, brokers, port agents, terminals and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient execution.

The role requires 3–5 years of dry-bulk vessel operations, familiarity with Charter Party terms, and strong English communication.