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OPERATIONS MANAGER - CONTAINERS Hide
We have an immediate opening in our Operations Department for an experienced Operations Manager for the Container Fleet.
Applications are invited from experienced ship operators to work in this demanding position. The successful candidate will be responsible for co-ordinating the day-to-day activities of a fleet of Container Vessels in an efficient and timely manner, minimising the operational costs and controlling vessels' performance to ensure overall performance of the voyages are in line with Owners and Charterers expectations.
Primary deliverables include:
- Minimise the operational costs and controlling vessel's performance to ensure overall performance of the voyages are in line with Owners and Charterers expectations.
- Within the required timescales, provide the Master with all required information, including but not limited to, CP terms, stowage plans, discharge instructions and method statements.
- Effective co-ordination of bunker supplies in accordance with the company guidance.
- Checking freight/hire invoices upon completion of loading or upon delivery to Charterers.
- Negotiating Agency fees and appointing agents as necessary.
- Ensure all parties are continually updated on voyage orders and vessel itineraries.
- Checking and approving cargo documentation such as bills of lading and statement of facts etc.
- Attending vessels as required.
Skill Profile:
- Degree in shipping operations / Master's Certificate or equivalent.
- Ex sea-going senior officer (Chief Officer or Captain) would be an advantage.
- In-depth previous experience of carrying out the shore-based day-to-day operations of a fleet of Container Vessels is essential.
- Demonstrated understanding and awareness of vessel design, cargo types, voyage instructions, stowage plans, vessel KPI's, key ports and voyage routes.
- Proven problem solving and analytical skills together with the ability to support decisions with sound reasoning and judgement.
Competitive remuneration package.
