Vessel Operator

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Vessel Operator to join their dynamic Operations Department in the Isle of Man. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in bulk vessel shipments, supporting both the organisation's operations and third-party customers under voyage and time charter fixtures. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing vessel operations efficiently, ensuring that voyage schedules, instructions, and documentation are current and accurate. The role involves collaborating with Chartering, Trading, and other teams to manage recaps, voyage instructions, and contractual compliance. Monitoring voyages, including ETA/ETB/ETS updates, stowage plans, and bunker supply arrangements, will also be key. Additionally, the operator will manage laytime calculations, freight and hire payments, and voyage closure schedules, while maintaining professional communications with stakeholders such as vessel owners, charterers, brokers, and agents.

Job Duties:

• Execute vessel operations efficiently, ensuring voyage schedules, instructions, and documentation are current and accurate.
• Collaborate with Chartering, Trading, and other teams to manage recaps, voyage instructions, and contractual compliance.
• Monitor voyages, including ETA/ETB/ETS updates, stowage plans, and bunker supply arrangements.
• Manage laytime calculations, freight and hire payments, and voyage closure schedules.
• Maintain professional communications with stakeholders, including vessel owners, charterers, brokers, and agents.

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in vessel operations with a sound understanding of charter party terms and agreements.
• Approximately 5 years’ experience in a similar role within a grain trading organization or owner/operator.
• Strong organisational skills to manage data, ensure compliance, and oversee voyage execution details.
• Experience in managing voyage schedules, laytime, and port disbursement accounts.
• Knowledge of marine insurance, including P&I and war risk coverage, is a plus.

What You’ll Love:
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This role provides a pathway to grow within the shipping industry, contributing to a critical part of our client's global supply chain, where excellence, innovation, and collaboration are highly valued.

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