Shipping Manager

ORIENT MARINE CO., LTD. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime services company in Singapore is seeking a Ship Chartering Broker to expand shipping operations. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day chartering, ensuring safety compliance, and serving as the primary communication link between clients in Japan and Singapore. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in vessel operations. This role offers competitive working conditions.

Responsibilities

• Expand the shipping business in Singapore as a ship chartering broker.
• Facilitate regular meetings with Japanese clients and owners.
• Serve as a communication bridge between Tokyo HQ and Singapore clients.
• Manage day-to-day vessel chartering and operational activities.
• Ensure compliance with ship safety standards and regulations.
• Monitor operational data to prevent disruptions.
• Use digital technology to improve work efficiency.
• Liaise with charterers and shipowners on operational matters.
• Conduct vessel inspections for compliance.
• Support stable operations for Japanese ship-owning businesses.

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Charter

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Vetting

Ships

Inventory

Supervisory Skills

Vessel Operations

Compliance

Budgeting

Customer Service

Bridge

Shipping

Cost Control

Japanese

People Management

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Expand the shipping business in Singapore by acting as a ship chartering broker.
• Regular meeting with Japanese clients and Japanese owners on day-to-day basis and to update Japanese colleagues in HQ on customer requirements
• Serve as a key communication bridge between Tokyo HQ, Japanese clients, Singapore clients mainly Japanese, and the Singapore branch.
• Handle operational activities and manage day-to-day vessel chartering and operations.
• Maintain ship safety standards and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Analyse and monitor operational data to identify potential issues and prevent operational disruptions.
• Develop new ideas and initiatives using digital technology to improve work efficiency and overall performance.
• Liaise with charterers and shipowners on all post-deal matters to ensure timely communication of essential operational information.
• Conduct physical vessel inspections to ensure compliance with maritime laws and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Japanese shipowners and Japanese-affiliated shipowners in Singapore, with the ability to understand their management approach and support the stable operation of their ship-owning business.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Charter
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Vetting
• Ships
• Inventory
• Supervisory Skills
• Vessel Operations
• Compliance
• Budgeting
• Customer Service
• Bridge
• Shipping
• Cost Control
• Japanese
• People Management