Job Description

Role:

• Lead and support a team of vessel operators.
• Provide operational assistance to Operators/Marine Superintendents for fleet vessels.
• Represent principals/managers as needed for interactions with Owners, regulatory authorities, and industry events.
• Ensure accuracy and currency of information within marine databases, including OCIMF (VPQ), SIRE, Q88, SIS3, CDI, and others as required.
• Assist in generating operations department statistics and relevant documentation for management reviews.
• Ensure adherence to voyage instructions and provide guidance to vessel masters as necessary.
• Oversee compliance with operational parameters according to governing charter parties (CP).
• Track vessel movements within the fleet and communicate updates to relevant departments to aid in necessary arrangements.
• Monitor actual fuel consumption versus budgeted figures to maintain cost efficiency.
• Take a proactive approach in managing potential vessel claims by monitoring performance both at sea and in port.
• Conduct and oversee calculations and communications for resolving disputes or claims, such as those related to cargo damage, shortages, laytime, or underperformance.
• Manage voyage-related documentation and maintain vessel-specific operational data for fleet vessels.
• Input vessel and voyage data into business applications.
• Oversee and assist in compiling insurance claim documentation for fleet vessels.
• Coordinate with masters and charterers on unplanned stoppages or repairs, following up on off/on-hire reports, and guiding vessel reports under supervision from GM/Technical Manager.
• Provide support on operational issues including loading, discharging, tank cleaning, and grade changes.
• Assist with post-fixture activities, including cargo documentation (BLs, LOIs), addressing cargo quantity issues, and managing additional insurance requirements (e.g., AWRP, KnR).
• Manage bunker requirements, notify charterers as necessary, and handle onboard intake quantity and segregation with guidance from Technical Superintendents and masters.
• Appoint agencies as required on behalf of owners.
• Gather and manage customer feedback.

• Degree or qualification in maritime studies, or a Master/Chief Officer Certificate of Competency.
• Minimum of 2 years\' sailing experience as a Chief Officer on ocean-going tankers, preferably with chemical tanker experience.
• Prior experience (2-3 years) in a similar role within a tanker company is advantageous.
• In-depth understanding of tanker industry operations, including commercial and technical aspects.
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations applicable to tankers.
• Solid understanding of regulatory and cultural aspects of major ports for loading and discharging.
• Familiarity with standard charter party terms and contracts.
• Team management experience.
• Effective teamwork, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong written and spoken communication.

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