Shipping Operator — Tanker Chartering & Voyage Oversight

UNIPEC America, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIPEC America, Inc. in Houston seeks a Shipping Operator to coordinate ship operations, loading processes, and voyage orders while ensuring safety, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness in support of energy trading activities.

The role requires 3+ years in tanker operations, strong charter party understanding, and the ability to work after hours for urgent situations. Compliance with regulations and accurate data handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime, such as Maritime Transportation, Maritime Business Administration, International Logistics, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of tanker commercial operation or chartering experience
• Strong understanding of Charter party terms (Time/Voyage Charter)
• Knowledge of shipping regulatory framework
• Strong negotiation and scheduling skills
• Analytical capabilities and proactive approach in a dynamic trading environment
• Availability to work after office hours in urgent situations

Responsibilities

• Direct vessel commercial operations and port scheduling per charter-party terms
• Arrange voyages and coordinate changes for cost savings with stakeholders
• Monitor vessels performance and communicate with Chartering, Trading and Crude Operations teams
• Prepare and send instructions and documents including loadable requirements and voyage orders
• Input shipping data in IT systems and manage shipping documents
• Coordinate with charterers, traders, cargo operators, brokers, agents, and vessels
• Monitor port restrictions and ensure smooth operation
• Track and arrange all freight invoices and shipping costs
• Coordinate with Finance for data for invoicing and rebilling
• Prepare shipping data and required statistics
• Maintain data accuracy across systems and comply with internal controls
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation skills

Scheduling skills

Analytical capability

Proactive in trading environment

After-hours availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Maritime or related field

Job description

UNIPEC America, Inc. in Houston seeks a Shipping Operator to coordinate ship operations, loading processes, and voyage orders while ensuring safety, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness in support of energy trading activities.

The role requires 3+ years in tanker operations, strong charter party understanding, and the ability to work after hours for urgent situations. Compliance with regulations and accurate data handling are essential.