Job Title :
Senior Shipping Operator
Contract Type : Permanent
Time Type : Full time
Job Description :
Senior Shipping Operations
Summary of Company
Clearlake Shipping, a subsidiary of Gunvor Group, is one of the largest charterers of tanker vessels in the world and an operator of tankers and VLGC (Very Large Gas Carrier) vessels and cargoes. With a highly motivated and experienced team of freight traders and operators throughout the world, Clearlake Shipping effectively covers any chartering needs that the Group or market may have at any given time. Since 2003, Clearlake Shipping has operated around a high quality fleet of tankers, LPG carriers and vessels both on a spot and a time-charter basis to accommodate Gunvor's growing needs for ocean transportation across all major ocean routes, in addition to the needs of third-party business. Clearlake Shipping's activities include chartering an average of 1,500 vessels annually, crude oil, products, LPG, LNG, freight hedging (FFA), operations, claims handling and terminal safety consultations.
Overview of Role
The position reports directly to the Global Head of Operations of Clearlake Shipping, and is located in our Houston office. The operator will work closely with the Chartering department and Cargo Operations to provide day-to-day operational support for the shipping operation of Dirty Petroleum Products, Clean Petroleum Products and Bitumen for our time-chartered fleet.
Main Responsibilities
- Manage pre-fixture and post-fixture of commercial operations on MR, LR1, LR2, Aframax, VLCC and Bitumen :
Handle all pre-fixture related matters to clear nominated vessels for respective voyage.
Voyage optimization & Performance Analysis :Monitor vessel's daily movement and monitor weather routing.
Monitor vessel's speed and consumption and prepare claims against owner, if applicable.Optimize tank-cleaning time to prepare tanks to load next potential cargo.Maximum Utilization of cargo stowage plan with master and charterers.Appointing port Agent, minimize port cost and ensure timely funding.Receive LOI from charterer and prepare it in timely manner to head owners.Non-commercial operations : Bunker planning and deslopping performed with best efficiency in time and cost.Ensure the vessel's quick turnaround in port by liaising closely with Agent.Ensure all shipping activities comply with international and local regulations, including safety, security, and environmental regulations.Develop and implement shipping strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.Timely appointment of armed guards for transiting HRA.Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, shipping partners, and regulatory agencies.Liaise and verify with owners regarding oil major approval and ensure vessel have valid sire for trading.Profit and loss management by daily updating of system to provide accurate P&L updates.Provide leadership and guidance to the shipping team, ensuring all staff are working effectively and efficiently.Ensure that master is in strict compliance with our standing standard operating procedures.Able to handle dispute / shortages etc. independently.Post-fixtures :Ensure that all Operational Information is entered into Operational Systems (IMOS) in timely fashion and that adequate records are kept in G Docs to meet the company's legal and fiscal obligations
Prepare and ensure that freight received in timely manner.Ensure that necessary documents for interim port calculations and other claims (speed up / slow steam / waiting time / heating costs / purging costs / charterer's expenses etc.) are given to claims department to process and chase charterer.Demonstrate and help train team to assess operational and business risks, minimizing impacts which may impede success or growth of the Company / Group and escalating those which require additional mitigation.Acts as a reliable point of contact for routine internal and external inquiries on the desk. Maintain close communications with customers and upon necessity inform customers of problems and issues arising from fulfilment of contracts concluded with them. Maintain close communications with Traders and relevant teams to ensure smooth cooperation; proactively offering creative solutions to Trading team issues.Candidate's Profile
The individual should have the following experience :
Diploma in Maritime or relevant qualification, with minimum 10 years of work experience in Shipping Operations in trading house or ship owner.Strong knowledge of international and local shipping regulationsAbility to develop and implement shipping strategies that improve efficiency and reduce costsStrong analytical skills, with the ability to identify areas for improvement and develop corrective action plansExcellent communication and negotiation skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentProficient in the use of shipping-related software and technologyExperienced with dispute resolution and handling incidents.Sound commercial awarenessShipping experience is preferred but not mandatory.If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
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