Junior Operator (Oil & Gas)

Achieve Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Achieve Group client is seeking a Trade Operator to manage end-to-end oil cargo operations, from contract execution and shipment coordination through to payments and claims. The role suits someone with around two years of relevant experience, able to support operational requirements outside regular office hours.

The position involves coordinating imports/exports, drafting contracts, negotiating LC terms, handling SAP entries, and maintaining precise records, with exposure to VBA, Python and BI

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Business.
• Approximately 1–2 years of relevant oil trading operations experience.
• Familiarity with supply chain logistics, maritime shipping or related operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with VBA, Python, Power BI, Tableau, data analytics or automation tools is an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills; ability to coordinate and negotiate with counterparties.
• Organised and meticulous with ability to manage multiple shipments and competing priorities.
• Comfortable working flexible hours and responding to operational matters after office hours, weekends, and non-working days.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import, export and third-party trades for petroleum and petrochemical products, ensuring smooth execution in line with contractual terms, procedures and regulations.
• Prepare internal and external documentation, liaising with counterparties and stakeholders throughout cargo movement.
• Track vessel movements and shipment progress, providing updates and addressing cargo and vessel operations.
• Draft contracts using company templates, review counterparties' contracts and negotiate amendments.
• Negotiate Letter of Credit terms with counterparties, calculate cargo pricing, arrange invoices, process SAP entries and follow up on payments.
• Calculate demurrage, submit claims within timelines, and follow negotiations and collection.
• Verify freight invoices and submit to Management and Finance for approval and payment.
• Maintain accurate operational records and support other duties assigned by Management.

Skills

English comms

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Office suite

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Excel

VBA

Python

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Job description

Our client is looking for a Trade Operator to manage end-to-end oil cargo operations, from contract execution and shipment coordination through to payments and claims. This opportunity would suit someone with around two years of relevant experience who is comfortable supporting operational requirements outside regular office hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate import, export and third-party trades for petroleum and petrochemical products, ensuring smooth execution in line with contractual terms, internal procedures, operating standards and applicable regulations.
• Prepare the required internal and external documentation, liaising with counterparties and relevant stakeholders throughout the cargo movement.
• Track vessel movements and shipment progress, providing timely updates and addressing cargo and vessel operational matters.
• Draft contracts using company templates, review counterparties' contracts and negotiate amendments where required.
• Negotiate Letter of Credit terms with counterparties, calculate cargo pricing, arrange invoices, process SAP entries and follow up on payments.
• Calculate demurrage, submit claims within the required timelines, and follow through on negotiations and collection.
• Verify freight invoices and submit them to Management and Finance for approval and payment.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date operational records and support other duties assigned by Management.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or Business.
• Approximately 1-2 years of relevant oil trading operations experience, with exposure to end-to-end oil cargo management preferred.
• Familiarity with supply chain logistics, maritime shipping or related operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with VBA, Python, Power BI, Tableau, data analytics or automation tools would be an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively and negotiate with counterparties.
• Organised and meticulous, with the ability to manage multiple shipments and competing priorities.
• Comfortable working flexible hours and responding to operational matters after office hours, on weekends and other non-working days when required.