Tanker Shipping Operator: End-to-End Voyages

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global is seeking a Shipping Operator to oversee end-to-end voyages for tankers, ensuring safe, cost-efficient, and timely cargo delivery.

You will coordinate with ship masters, charterers and port agents, monitor vessel performance, and manage documentary compliance including B/Ls, manifests and LOIs. A Maritime degree and 2–5 years tanker ops experience are preferred, with knowledge of Asian ports advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Nautical Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of tanker operations experience.
• Familiarity with regional Asian ports is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Charter Party terms and maritime law.
• Experience with laytime calculations and voyage management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for the Ship's Master, charterers, brokers, and port agents.
• Issue voyage instructions to vessels, ensuring compliance with Charter Party terms.
• Monitor vessel positions, speed, and ETA accuracy for bunker efficiency.
• Coordinate with surveyors, terminal operators, and port authorities to facilitate loading/discharging.
• Develop efficient stowage plans to optimize tank utilization for chemicals.
• Oversee the preparation and handling of shipping documents including Bills of Lading, manifests and LOIs.
• Perform post-fixture laytime calculations and track demurrage/despatch.
• Manage voyage-related expenses including port agency and bunker procurement.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Education

Maritime studies/related degree

Tools

IMOS

Veson

Job description

Direct Search Global is seeking a Shipping Operator to oversee end-to-end voyages for tankers, ensuring safe, cost-efficient, and timely cargo delivery.

You will coordinate with ship masters, charterers and port agents, monitor vessel performance, and manage documentary compliance including B/Ls, manifests and LOIs. A Maritime degree and 2–5 years tanker ops experience are preferred, with knowledge of Asian ports advantageous.