Senior Operations Executive (Drybulk)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime operations company based in Singapore is looking for an experienced professional to manage daily vessel operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Maritime Studies and strong experience in vessel and chartering operations. Responsibilities include coordinating with ship managers, handling claims, and improving processes. Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills are essential for this role, which also includes monitoring voyage performance and managing payments.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in vessel operations or chartering operations.
• Solid understanding of charter parties and ship management contracts.
• Experience with maritime insurance management.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily vessel operations in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate operational matters with ship managers and charterers.
• Monitor voyage performance and handle charter hire payments.

Skills

Vessel operations

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Coordination

Education

Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies or related discipline

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily vessel operations in compliance with charter parties, regulations, and company procedures.
• Coordinate closely with ship managers, charterers, brokers, agents, and vessels on all operational matters.
• Monitor voyage performance, including delays, off-hire, and deviations.
• Provide pre‑ and post‑fixture operational support to the Chartering team.
• Manage insurance matters, claims handling, and loss prevention with underwriters and P&I / Defence Clubs.
• Handle charter hire payments, settlements, and charterer disputes.
• Review ship managers’ operational and financial reports.
• Coordinate drydocking planning and major operational decisions with ship managers.
• Propose process improvements to optimise efficiency and resource utilisation.
• Represent the company at meetings and industry events as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, or related discipline.
• Strong experience in vessel operations, chartering operations, or ship management.
• Solid understanding of charter parties, ship management contracts, and maritime insurance.
• Strong coordination, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.