Ship Operations Lead: Agency & Post-Fixture Expert

BDG GLOBAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

BDG GLOBAL PTE. LTD. is seeking a Ship Agency Operations professional in Singapore to coordinate vessel attendance during port calls, handle port clearance, and manage post-fixture activities with shipowners and brokers.

The role requires knowledge of MPA and ICA procedures and strong communication with port authorities and service providers. The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office, able to manage multiple vessels, and willing to work irregular hours including weekends and public

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in ship agency, post-fixture or shipping operations.
• Knowledge of Singapore port formalities, MPA and ICA requirements.
• Good communication and coordination with shipowners, charterers, agents and other parties.
• Able to handle multiple vessels and operational matters simultaneously.
• Willing to work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Arrange crew changes and coordinate vessel attendance during port calls for bunkering and cargo operations.
• Attend to assigned vessels and ensure smooth port operations.
• Handle port agency operations, including vessel arrivals, departures and port clearance.
• Prepare and submit necessary port documentation and declarations to MPA, ICA and other relevant authorities.
• Coordinate and liaise with vessel owners, charterers, masters, port authorities and service providers on operational and husbandry matters.
• Arrange vessel services such as bunkering, fresh water supply, provisions, crew transportation and other port requirements.
• Monitor vessel schedules and provide timely updates on vessel movements and port operations.
• Handle day-to-day post-fixture operations and coordinate with shipowners, charterers, brokers and vessel operators.
• Monitor vessel schedules, voyage progress, loading and discharging operations.
• Follow up on vessel nominations, voyage instructions and operational requirements.
• Coordinate with port agents, terminals and relevant parties to ensure smooth vessel operations.
• Monitor vessel ETA, ETB, ETD and cargo operations, providing timely updates to relevant parties.
• Assist in preparing and checking voyage-related documents, including Statements of Facts (SOF), Notices of Readiness (NOR) and other shipping documents.
• Assist in monitoring laytime calculations, demurrage and despatch matters when required.
• Follow up on operational issues and assist in resolving voyage-related matters promptly.
• Maintain proper records of vessel operations, voyage documents and correspondence.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Multitasking

Independence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BDG GLOBAL PTE. LTD. is seeking a Ship Agency Operations professional in Singapore to coordinate vessel attendance during port calls, handle port clearance, and manage post-fixture activities with shipowners and brokers.

The role requires knowledge of MPA and ICA procedures and strong communication with port authorities and service providers. The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office, able to manage multiple vessels, and willing to work irregular hours including weekends and public