Executive/ Senior Executive, Line Operations

X-Press Feeders; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Press Feeders in Singapore seeks an Executive/Senior Executive, Line Operations to ensure safe planning and cost-efficient vessel operations. You will liaise between Vessel Masters, Line Management, and location agents on operational, schedule and capacity matters.

You will assist in vessel selection, execute voyage instructions on chartered ships, optimize stowage, monitor reports, and support bunker coordination. The role requires 2+ years in shipping operations and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Maritime Studies or university degree.
• 2 years shipping operations experience; fresh graduates welcome.
• Stowage planning experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist Line Management in vessel selection for loadability and suitability.
• Execute voyage instructions on chartered vessels and ensure procedures.
• Maximize vessel stowage with safe operations and crane balance.
• Plan stowage to meet DG segregation and safety regulations.
• Monitor vessel reports and alerts; assist with timely actions.
• Coordinate bunkering operations with local agents.
• Support berth window planning with port agents to avoid delays.
• Screen special requests and ensure policy compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day operational matters of assigned vessels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Head of Operations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Maritime Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive/ Senior Executive, Line Operations
at X-Press Feeders

As a member of the Line Operations department, you will ensure the safe planning and reduction of operating cost of vessels as part of the Line Management team and provide a professional link between Vessel Master, Line Management team and location agents in regard to all operational, vessel schedule and capacity matters.

Reports to: Manager, Line Operations (Asia)

roles and responsibilities

• Assist Line Management in vessel selection with reference to load ability and operational suitability in specific trade areas.
• Execution of voyage instructions to new chartered vessels and ensure that operational procedures are followed by the vessel throughout the charter.
• Maximize vessel stowage based on CBF declared with minimum shut out / restows due to stowage issues, with equal crane split to optimize cargo operations and without impeding vessel safety.
• Stowage Planning of the vessel to be in compliance with DG segregation, Vessel stability, Lashing parameters, Line of Sight, Trim to meet safety requirements as per regulations.
• Closely monitor Vessel Reports in system to minimize pending reports and delayed submission. Ensure vessel report are accurate. Assist Line Managers (LM) with monitoring of alerts to ensure vessels are always following instructions.
• Speed adjustment instructions to Captain.
• Co‑ordinate bunkering operations with local agency/operations to ensure smooth operation.
• Advise planned draft and load ability for draft restricted ports.
• Support line management in monitoring and coordinating downline berth window with port of call agents and highlight situations which could lead to vessel delays, congestion or affect terminal productivity.
• Screen OOG/COD/Special stowage requests and ensure strict compliance with the company policy unless a valid exception has been authorized.
• Monitor tug usage on the arrival/departure reports and raise queries with Master/Assist Operations Manager (AOM) where excess tug usage is spotted.
• Monitor SDR’s closely to ensure initial action is taken and terminals are put on notice. AOM, LM/ Legal is correctly informed in case the SDR becomes a claim.
• Assist LM with PRF management to control and streamline such costs.
• Update forecast and utilization details.
• Support current Business Transformation initiatives as and when required concerning EDI integration with terminals, customers and development of internal procedures relating specifically to areas of expertise.
• Manage and take ownership of day-to-day operational matters of assigned vessels.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Operations or the Reporting Manager.

job requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Maritime Studies / University graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in shipping operational. F resh graduates are welcomed.
• Stowage planning experience is a must.
• Good communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Be available for out-of-hours work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Proficiency in the English language, both verbal and written.