Operations Executive (Dry Bulk Vessel Operator)

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Operations Executive for one of our global shipping clients. This function is responsible for fulfilling the Charter Party requirements of the time charter/Voyage fixtures (as applicable). Having a good knowledge of Charter party terms and conditions is mandatory.

Job Description

• Read all messages pertaining to individual vessels and alert Operations, Chartering Officers, Operations Superintendents, Disbursement / Billing Coordinator and Insurance & Claims Department of matters that warrant their attention.
• Attend to all operational related queries / issues from internal and external customers/contractors.
• Monitor Port Movements. Update Danaos ops module, Voyage file, Voyage Manager and Position list.

Plan, coordinate and monitor the pre-fixture and post fixtures requirements of the time charter fixtures:-

a) Pre-fixture

Assist Operation Manager and Chartering Officers to:

• Obtain port information for voyage suitability
• Obtain port costs estimates, whenever asked by Commercial Department
• Prepare documents for new fixtures, if required by Charterers (e.g. certificates, ships drawings etc)

b) Post-fixtures (clean fixed)

• Review fixture recap and study Charter Party and Rider clauses.
• Maintain Voyage file electronically (in Outlook).
• Liaise with brokers / agents for voyage information.
• Communicate Voyage orders to Master.
• Follow up with Master on Stowage plan and after review, forward to the charterers.
• Negotiation and appointment of local agents.

c) Load and Discharge Port:

• Liaise closely with local agents to achieve quick turnaround.
• Obtain necessary LOI(s) when required.
• Ensure cargo documents received from agents / Master.
• Ensure updated Port Info as received from Master to maintain in the database.
• Highlight any claims or demurrage issues to Insurance or Post-fixtures Department.
• Check final port agency disbursement and any reimbursement incurred (port expenses and bunkers).
• Prepare vessels voyage result.

Plan, coordinate and monitor the 3 phases of time charter (pre-time charter, during time charter and prior completion of time charter):-

a) Pre Time Charter

• Send relevant clauses of charter party to Master.
• Ensure delivery notices are served on time.

b) During Time Charter

• Obtain necessary LOI(s) when required.
• Negotiate and appoint agent for husbandry matters.
• Coordinate communication between parties involved in Charter.

c) Prior Completion of Time Charter

• Ensure redelivery notices are served in time.

Other duties as specified below:

• Arrange weather routing when confirmed by Operations Manager.
• Liaise with Technical Department and arrange for load line re-measurement when required.
• Liaise with Insurance & Claims Department when vessel enters war risk area.
• Appoint as and when required the following functions: Sea Pilots, Bunker Surveyors, Cargo Surveyors.

Qualifications / Experiences

• Diploma holder and above
• 3-5 years relevant working experience in shipping industry
• IT knowledge, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Email
• Good communication skills spoken and written English
• Good negotiation skills and people management skills
• Ability to work under pressure & is an independent and team player
• Willing to learn and has a sense of urgency.