Oil Tanker Operator

Puma Energy; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Trafigura in Houston seeks an Oil Tanker Operator to manage Time Charter vessel operations, ensuring proper operation of TC vessels and maximizing performance in line with international regulations.

The role involves voyage planning, bunker and cargo operations, and coordination with brokers, ship owners, and service providers to ensure compliant, efficient voyages from pre-fixture to post-fixture activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing vessels' operations.
• Strong understanding of Charter party terms and conditions (Time Charter, Voyage Charter).
• Knowledge of BIMCO standard forms and clauses.
• Knowledge of laytime and demurrage calculations.
• P&L understanding and variance analysis.
• Experience with cargo operations – loading and discharge.
• Experience with bunker operations – planning, quality specs, sampling.

Responsabilités

• Undertake voyage planning to meet international regulations and respond to vessel operational issues.
• Optimize bunker procurement and consumption strategies.
• Review and coordinate stowage planning, cargo handling operations, and real-time issue resolution.
• Coordinate agency appointments and provide voyage orders to vessels.
• Supervise vessel performance throughout all voyages, including speed and consumption analysis.
• Coordinate weather routing services and performance optimization initiatives.
• Manage hold / tank cleaning optimization.
• Handle vessel questionnaires, certificates, LOIs and all relevant supporting documentation.
• Maintain and update company software systems with required operational data.
• Collaborate with internal and external counterparties to ensure smooth management of ongoing operations, including pre- and post-fixture activities.
• Ensure compliance with Global Regulatory Requirements.
• Prepare operational reports and performance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Trafigura's global policies and procedures at all times.

Connaissances

Voyage planning

Bunker operations

Cargo operations

IMOS / Danaos familiarity

English proficiency

Outils

IMOS

Danaos

BIMCO forms knowledge

Description du poste

Main Purpose As an Oil Tanker Operator in Trafigura, you will have the opportunity to join a team that manages one of the world’s largest Time Charter fleets, handling all aspects of Time Charter vessel operations for the company. Your main responsibility is to ensure proper operation of TC vessels and maximize performance, following global standards and international regulations at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake voyage planning to meet international regulations and respond to vessel operational issues
• Optimize bunker procurement and consumption strategies
• Review and coordinate stowage planning, cargo handling operations, and real-time issue resolution
• Coordinate agency appointments and provide voyage orders to vessels
• Supervise vessel performance throughout all voyages, including speed and consumption analysis
• Coordinate weather routing services and performance optimization initiatives
• Manage hold / tank cleaning optimization
• Handle vessel questionnaires, certificates, LOIs and all relevant supporting documentation
• Maintain and update company software systems with required operational data
• Collaborate with internal and external counterparties to ensure smooth management of ongoing operations, including pre- and post-fixture activities
• Ensure compliance with Global Regulatory Requirements
• Prepare operational reports and performance analysis
• Ensure compliance with Trafigura's global policies and procedures at all times

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing vessels' operations
• Strong understanding of Charter party terms and conditions (Time Charter, Voyage Charter)
• Strong understanding of BIMCO standard forms and clauses
• Knowledge of laytime and demurrage calculations
• P&L understanding and variance analysis
• Demonstrated experience with cargo operations – Preparation for Loading, discharge
• Proven experience with bunker operations - Planning, quality specifications, sampling procedures
• Knowledge of shipping regulatory frameworks
• Solid understanding of shipping management software (IMOS, Danaos, etc.)
• English proficiency (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong business knowledge and commercial approach
• Ability to work in a multinational, exciting, fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external partners
• Data analysis and visualization - Dashboards, critical metrics, trend analysis
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Automation tool development (desirable)
• Understanding of AI/ML applications in shipping operations (desirable)

Attributes for Success

Operational Excellence Diligent – Maintains accuracy in voyage documentation, charter party terms, and regulatory compliance across multiple concurrent vessel operations Efficient and process-driven – Optimizes workflows for bunker procurement, stowage planning, and performance monitoring to minimize operational delays Proactive problem-solver – Anticipates vessel operational issues and implements preventive measures before they impact voyage schedules or costs Analytical & Data-Driven Analytical attitude – Interprets speed/consumption data, P&L variances, and performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities Innovative and improvement-focused – Develops automation solutions and applies emerging technologies (AI/ML) to enhance operational efficiency Data visualization proficiency – Creates dashboards and trend analysis reports that translate complex operational data into actionable insights Communication & Collaboration Collaborative teammate – Works seamlessly across Chartering, Cargo Operations, and external partners (brokers, ship owners, service providers) to ensure coordinated vessel management Communicative and articulate – Delivers clear voyage orders, operational reports, and stakeholder updates in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations Reliable point of contact – Serves as the trusted operational liaison between internal departments and external counterparties throughout the vessel lifecycle Adaptability & Resilience Dynamic and agile – Thrives in a fast-paced, multinational trading environment where priorities shift rapidly based on market conditions and operational demands Calm under pressure – Makes sound decisions during real-time operational challenges, including weather routing adjustments, cargo handling issues, and regulatory compliance matters Commercially aware – Balances operational requirements with business objectives, understanding the P&L impact of operational decisions

Department Overview

The Shipping Operations department is part of the broader Energy and Operations division which executes on physical trades, a long-term business where strategic investments in storage and logistics capabilities around the world are central to our business model. The role involves interaction with internal departments such as Chartering and Cargo Operations and external partners such as Brokers, Ship-owning and Service Companies.

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Trafigura provides critical resources to the world. Founded over 30 years ago and owned by its employees, the Group is at the heart of global supply, using its deep understanding of commodity markets to make supply chains more efficient, secure and sustainable.

Working across a global network, the Group deploys infrastructure, logistics, financing and market expertise to move energy and commodities from where they are produced to where they are needed. By connecting producers and consumers, it brings transparency, resilience and trust to complex supply chains. The business supplies the energy and commodities the world needs today, including oil and petroleum products, metals and minerals, gas and power, while investing in lower-carbon solutions for the future.

The Trafigura Group also comprises industrial assets and operating businesses including multi-metals producer Nyrstar, fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy, fuel supplier and distributor Greenergy, and the Impala Terminals joint venture.

The Group employs approximately 14,500 people, of whom more than 1,400 are shareholders, and operates in over 150 countries.

Careers at Trafigura

A career at Trafigura offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility from an early stage and contribute to a business that plays a vital role in the global economy. As an employee-owned company, we foster a high-performance culture where individuals are empowered to take ownership, challenge themselves and make an impact. We value curiosity, initiative and collaboration, and invest in helping our people develop the skills, experience and networks needed to succeed. Working alongside talented colleagues from diverse backgrounds, employees are given opportunities to learn continuously, solve complex problems and build rewarding international careers. Whether in commercial, operational, technical or corporate functions, our people are trusted to contribute, grow and lead throughout their careers.