Vessel Operator

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About The Role

Vessel Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily vessel operations in accordance with Charter Party (CP) terms.
• Conduct stowage planning and finalize cargo intake for scheduled voyages.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ship owners, internal stakeholders, and customers.
• Arrange and optimize bunkering requirements for period vessels.
• Monitor vessel performance and identify opportunities to reduce operational costs.
• Approve the release of Bills of Lading (BL).
• Maintain and update operational details in IMOS (Integrated Maritime Operations System).
• Coordinate with the admin team for the timely issuance of initial freight invoices.
• Transfer all cargo-related documents to the accounts operations team for laytime calculation and final invoicing.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely follow-up on freight payments.
  

Requirements (Must-Haves)

• Minimum 3 years of experience in vessel operations.
• Familiarity with chartering terms, cargo documentation, and shipping systems.
• Proficient in coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work onsite for the first 3 months (training period); hybrid model follows.
  

Preferred Skills (Nice To Haves)

• Hands-on experience with IMOS or similar maritime software.
• Exposure to global freight or shipping operations.
  

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