Vessel Operations Coordinator - Cargo & Compliance

Namsung Shipping (Singapore) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Namsung Shipping (Singapore) PTE LTD is seeking an experienced maritime operations professional to manage voyage and vessel activities. You will monitor vessel positions, ETA/ETD, and coordinate port calls with agents to optimize berthing and turnaround times.

You will liaise with Masters, charterers, ship owners and internal teams, oversee DG cargo handling under IMDG Code, and monitor costs and compliance to ensure safe, efficient voyages.

Responsibilities

• Track vessel positions and port ETA/ETD; identify and resolve delays due to weather, congestion or disruptions.
• Coordinate port calls with agents, secure berthing, and drive efficiency to minimize turnaround time.
• Liaise with Master, charterers, ship owners, port agents, and internal teams; provide timely updates on vessel movements and status.
• Review port-specific restrictions and cargo-type requirements for safe stowage and planning.
• Ensure safe handling of Dangerous Goods cargoes; monitor DG units and ensure IMDG Code compliance and safety protocols.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks in cargo handling, DG segregation, and port restrictions; resolve on-site issues.
• Monitor operational costs (port charges, pilotage, tug services) and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure voyage expenditures stay within approved budgets; escalate significant overruns.
• Ensure compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, IMDG Code and port/flag-state requirements; maintain regulatory adherence.
• Act as operational contact during emergencies, coordinating with Master, safety teams and authorities for swift response.

Job description

Namsung Shipping (Singapore) PTE LTD is seeking an experienced maritime operations professional to manage voyage and vessel activities. You will monitor vessel positions, ETA/ETD, and coordinate port calls with agents to optimize berthing and turnaround times.

You will liaise with Masters, charterers, ship owners and internal teams, oversee DG cargo handling under IMDG Code, and monitor costs and compliance to ensure safe, efficient voyages.