Vessel Operations Manager (Dry Bulk)
DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.
7 days ago
Posted date7 days ago
N/A
Minimum levelN/A
General ManagementJob category
General ManagementResponsibilities
Requirements
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of assigned vessels.
- Supervise and ensure safe and efficient execution of cargo loading and discharging activities.
- Provide the Master with necessary guidance and updates on cargo, ports, routes, and other operational matters.
- Nominate agents and protective agents when required, and review as well as approve proforma and final PDAs.
- Liaise with agents to coordinate vessel arrival and departure procedures, including berthing and unberthing.
- Assist the Master with preparation for on-hire and off-hire arrangements.
- Monitor vessel fuel oil and freshwater consumption, and organize timely replenishment.
- Share details on berthing schedules, cargo operations, departure status, bunker quantities, and cargo hold conditions with the Chartering Manager.
- Track charterers' redelivery notices and issue delivery notices to subsequent charterers.
- Arrange joint on-hire/off-hire surveys in coordination with current and next charterers.
- Liaise with insurers and P&I Clubs for coverage and claim handling.
- Manage charter party disputes, including performance-related claims and other contractual issues.
- Coordinate with P&I Clubs to arrange pre-loading inspections for steel and other valuable cargoes.
- Work with charterers and management companies on vessel transits through high-risk areas, including deployment of armed security and insurance arrangements.
- Prepare freight and hire invoices, monitor payments, follow up collections, and reconcile outstanding balances.
- Compute laytime and finalize demurrage and dispatch settlements.
Requirements
- Degree or higher qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience with Dry Bulk Carriers.
- Background in a shipowning company is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, planning, project coordination, and time management abilities.
- Proven commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and cost control.
- Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with strong communication abilities across all levels.
JOB SUMMARY
Vessel Operations Manager (Dry Bulk)
DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.
Singapore
7 days ago
N/A
Full-time
Vessel Operations Manager (Dry Bulk)