Ship Operator - Oil & Dry & Containers

caliber8; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime operations firm in Singapore seeks an Operations Executive responsible for effective container vessel fixtures execution. The role demands strong communication skills and a proactive attitude, with responsibilities such as monitoring vessel movements, supporting pre- and post-fixture activities, and ensuring compliance with charter party obligations. Ideal candidates hold a Diploma/Degree in Maritime Studies and have 1-3 years of experience in ship management operations, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Exposure to full-cycle container operations

Hands-on experience with IMOS/Voyage Manager

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative team environment

Competitive salary with bonus

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in liner / container / ship management operations preferred.
• Good understanding of charter party terms and basic voyage calculations.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily vessel movements and update IMOS/Voyage Manager.
• Assist in preparing vessel descriptions and issuing sailing instructions.
• Review fixture recap and ensure vessels operate in line with charter obligations.

Skills

Strong communication and coordination skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Ability to handle multiple vessels and stakeholders

Education

Diploma/Degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, or Logistics

Tools

IMOS or similar shipping ops systems

Job description

Overall Summary

The Operations Executive is responsible for the smooth execution of container vessel fixtures (time charter and voyage), ensuring charter party terms are fulfilled, vessel schedules are supported, and customers/charterers receive timely responses — all while keeping owner/manager-related costs within acceptable limits. A good working knowledge of charter party (C/P) terms and rider clauses is essential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Voyage & TC Operations

• Monitor daily vessel movements and update IMOS/ Voyage Manager/ position lists.
• Read and action all ops messages for assigned vessels; elevate to Ops Superintendent/Manager, Chartering, Technical, Billing/DA and Insurance when required.
• Support pre-fixture and post-fixture activities for time chartered vessels.

2. Pre-Fixture Support

• Assist in preparing vessel descriptions / questionnaires.
• Issue delivery / sailing / bunkering instructions to vessels.
• Arrange bunker / condition surveys as required.

3. Post-Fixture Execution

• Review fixture recap, C/P and rider clauses; amend base C/P and file updated versions.
• Prepare C/P highlights for Masters and ensure vessels operate in line with charter obligations.
• Handle cargo approvals (OOG / DG) in consultation with Ops Superintendent/Manager.
• Monitor sailing reports, bunker consumption vs C/P, weather routing, reefer and break-bulk issues; flag anomalies.
• Liaise with charterers, brokers, agents, technical, and third parties on voyage-related matters.
• Follow up on stevedore damages and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain IMOS voyage reporting forms.

4. Time Charter Administration

• Send C/P to vessel, ensure timely delivery notices, give voyage/sailing instructions.
• Obtain LOIs, appoint agents, coordinate communications, issue TC hire and charterers’ expense invoices promptly, archive ops messages, prepare off-hire/deviation statements, and submit CII reports to charterers.
• Ensure timely redelivery notices and arrange bunker/condition survey.

5. Coordination & Compliance

• Arrange sea pilots, bunker/cargo surveyors, armed guards or stowaway search where required.
• Check port DA/console for accuracy and cost control.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Operations Superintendent/Manager.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics or related.
• 1–3 years’ experience in liner / container / ship management operations preferred.
• Good understanding of charter party terms and basic voyage calculations.
• Familiar with IMOS or similar shipping ops systems.
• Strong communication and coordination skills; able to handle multiple vessels and stakeholders.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environment.

What you will get

• Exposure to full‑cycle container operations
• Hands‑on use of IMOS/Voyage Manager and direct coordination with chartering, technical, agents, and masters
• Opportunity to grow into Senior Operations / Vessel Operator / Ship Manager roles
• Collaborative team with clear processes and experienced managers to learn from
• Competitive salary with bonus, in a stable shipowning/management environment