Vessel Operator ( Dry Bulk)

COSTAMARE BULKERS SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

COSTAMARE BULKERS SERVICES PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Voyage Operator to manage dry bulk voyages from planning to execution in Singapore. You will coordinate bunker planning, cargo operations, and documentation while ensuring compliance with Charter Parties and company procedures.

You will monitor vessel movements, optimize performance, and communicate with charterers, ship masters, brokers, and agents to achieve profitability and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in dry bulk shipping operations.
• Solid understanding of dry bulk commercial operations, Panamax and Capesize sectors.
• Strong knowledge of Charter Party terms and BIMCO clauses.
• Experience in laytime calculation, demurrage management, cargo documentation, and voyage execution.
• Experience using Voyage Management Systems, particularly Dataloy VMS; familiarity with Softmar, Veson.
• Familiarity with bunker procurement and voyage profitability monitoring.
• Good knowledge of IMO/EU ETS/FuelEU Maritime regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage voyages to comply with Charter Parties, procedures and commercial objectives while maximizing profitability.
• Coordinate voyage execution, bunker planning, agency nomination, cargo operations and required documentation.
• Maintain voyage schedules, records and instructions in the Voyage Management System.
• Communicate with charterers, ship masters, brokers, agents, surveyors and cargo interests for smooth execution.
• Coordinate with weather routing providers to optimize voyage efficiency and address deviations or claims exposure.
• Apply Charter Party clauses related to laytime, demurrage, notices, bunkers and cargo operations.
• Verify and monitor notices, statements of facts, Bills of Lading, Mate's Receipts and other voyage documents.
• Monitor voyage performance and profitability, identify risks and propose corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Chartering, Marine, Legal, Insurance, Accounts and Technical departments to minimize claims exposure.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and environmental requirements.

Skills

Voyage operations

Bunker planning

Documentation

Charter party knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Maritime studies / shipping / logistics degree or diploma

Tools

Dataloy VMS

Softmar

Veson

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and ensure voyages are performed in compliance with Charter Parties, Company procedures and commercial objectives, while maximizing voyage profitability.


• Monitor vessel movements and coordinate all operational activities including voyage execution, bunker planning, agency nomination, cargo operations, and required documentation.


• Maintain and update voyage schedules, operational records, and voyage instructions in the Company's Voyage Management System (Dataloy VMS).


• Maintain close communication with charterers, ship masters, brokers, agents, surveyors, cargo interests, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth voyage execution.


• Liaise with weather routing providers to optimize voyage efficiency, identify operational risks, and proactively address performance deviations or potential claims exposure.


• Review and apply Charter Party clauses relating to laytime, demurrage, notices, bunkers, cargo operations, and contractual obligations.


• Verify and monitor operational documentation including Notices of Readiness, Statements of Facts, Bills of Lading, Mate's Receipts, and other voyage-related documents.


• Monitor voyage performance and profitability, identify operational or commercial risks, and proactively recommend corrective actions.


• Coordinate closely with Chartering, Marine, Legal, Insurance, Accounts and Technical departments to ensure efficient voyage management and minimize claims exposure.


• Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations, environmental requirements, and Company policies.


• Deliver the highest standards of customer service to both cargo and tonnage customers by developing effective working relationships and understanding their business requirements.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics, or a related discipline.


• Minimum 3 years' experience in dry bulk shipping operations.


• Good understanding of dry bulk commercial operations, particularly in the Panamax and Capesize sectors.


• Strong knowledge of Charter Party terms and BIMCO clauses, with the ability to interpret and apply operationally significant provisions.


• Experience in laytime calculation, demurrage management, cargo documentation, and voyage execution.


• Experience using Voyage Management Systems, particularly Dataloy VMS, for voyage scheduling, operational monitoring, bunker management, voyage accounting, and P&L tracking will be highly advantageous. Experience with Softmar, Veson, or similar maritime software is also desirable.


• Familiarity with bunker procurement, bunker consumption analysis and voyage profitability monitoring.


• Working knowledge of environmental and regulatory requirements, including IMO regulations, EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and emissions reporting requirements, will be an advantage.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple voyages simultaneously.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.