Operations Manager

SOLAR MARINE AGENCY SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine operations company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee vessel operations, ensuring safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of dry bulk operations experience and strong knowledge of the industry's commercial and technical aspects. Responsibilities include monitoring shipping costs, liaising with clients, and ensuring the smooth running of post-fixture activities. A solid understanding of trade patterns in the Far East and South East Asia is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in dry bulk operations.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, technical, and operational aspects of the industry.
• Understanding of the Far East & South East Asia trade patterns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety standards and procedures of vessel operations.
• Monitor shipping costs and implement cost optimization strategies.
• Coordinate with legal and insurance teams to minimize risks.
• Act as a liaison between management and chartering.
• Advise charterers and owners on post-fixture activities.
• Resolve post-fixture issues with clients.
• Handle post-fixture tasks like freight invoices and port accounts.

Skills

Dry bulk operations experience

Cost optimization strategies

Operational efficiency

Job description

Solar Marine, a dry bulk owner / operator specialized in dry bulk market. With a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation, we provide world-class services to our global clientele. Our fleet of state-of-the-art vessels and our experienced team are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring we deliver on our promises, day in and day out.

We are seeking a highly motivated Operations Manager to join our expanding team here in Singapore:

Job Description

• Maintain the safety standards and procedures of the day-to-day operations of the vessels we are operating
• Monitor and analyze shipping costs, identify opportunities for cost optimization, and implement effective strategies to enhance operational efficiency
• Coordinating with the legal and insurance team to minimize risk and exposure
• Acting as a liaison between management and chartering
• Keep charterers and owners advised on all post-fixture activities to ensure relevant operational information is passed on timely
• Liaise with clients on resolution processes for post-fixture issues
• Handle post-fixture tasks such as freight invoices, demurrage/dispatch, and port disbursement accounts

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in dry bulk operations
• Strong knowledge of commercial, technical and operational aspects of the industry
• Understanding of the Far East & South East Asia trade patterns

We invite suitable candidates to submit:

• Complete overview of your background in the form of a comprehensive CV
• Detailed employment history, including achievements
• Education background
• Recent business photograph