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Marine Cargo Surveyor

I am assisting a reputable marine consultancy in identifying an experienced Marine Surveyor to join their team. This role will focus heavily on investigating reported cargo damage, loss, and contamination cases for marine insurers and P&I correspondents, while also performing general marine condition surveys. It is a strong opportunity for a senior seafarer looking to transition into a consultancy environment where technical expertise and objective reporting are key.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out general marine condition surveys across various vessel types.
Lead specialised inspections related to cargo damage, cargo loss, and contamination issues.
Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely survey reports for P&I correspondents, insurers, and other clients.
Attend vessels at port and anchorage, including boarding via rope ladder when required.
Liaise professionally with shipowners, operators, charterers, insurers, and other maritime stakeholders.
Ensure impartiality, critical thinking, and high analytical standards in all assessments.
Participate in ongoing training provided by the consultancy.

Qualifications & Requirements

Chief Officer rank with a valid Master Mariner Licence (mandatory requirement).
Tanker experience preferred due to the nature of cargo-related assignments.
Degree in Maritime Studies, Port Operations, Marine Engineering, or similar field.
Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Able to work independently and manage casework with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when engaging with clients.
Physically fit and comfortable attending vessels at anchorage via rope ladder.
Full training and guidance will be provided for specialised surveying work.

Ship broker Chemical Tanker

Job Description & Requirements

Responsibilities

Commercial & Brokerage Activities

Source and develop new business opportunities within the chemical tanker market.
Maintain and expand relationships with shipowners, charterers, commodity traders, and other market participants.
Identify suitable cargo and vessel opportunities to maximize commercial returns.
Negotiate freight rates, charter party terms, and commercial agreements.
Monitor market movements, freight trends, vessel availability, and cargo demand.
Prepare and circulate market reports, cargo positions, and vessel availability updates.
Execute voyage and time charter fixtures from negotiation through conclusion.

Operational Coordination

Work closely with operations teams to ensure smooth execution of fixtures.
Monitor vessel schedules, cargo nominations, and voyage performance.
Coordinate with owners, charterers, agents, and terminal operators on operational matters.
Address and resolve commercial and operational issues arising during voyage execution.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and industry regulations.

Client Relationship Management

Build long-term partnerships with existing clients and stakeholders.
Conduct regular client visits and business development activities.
Provide market intelligence and strategic advice to customers.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in shipbroking, chartering, or commercial tanker operations.
Prior experience handling chemical tankers is essential.
Strong understanding of tanker chartering practices, freight markets, and charter party agreements.
Established network within the chemical, petroleum, or tanker shipping sectors will be advantageous.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced commercial environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related discipline is preferred.

Preferred Experience

Experience broking chemical and clean petroleum product (CPP) cargoes.
Familiarity with voyage estimation, freight calculations, and tanker market analysis.
Existing relationships with chemical producers, traders, charterers, or shipowners.
Exposure to regional and international tanker trades

Trade Operator

Job Description & Requirements

Are you an experienced shipping and trade operations professional with a strong understanding of dry bulk logistics, vessel operations, and commercial trade execution?

Our client is seeking a Trade Operator to manage the end-to-end execution of commodity trades while ensuring the efficient operation of a fleet of time-chartered vessels. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of shipping, trading, logistics, and commercial operations within a dynamic international environment.

Key Responsibilities

Execute and administer dry bulk trades, coordinating closely with customers, suppliers, shipowners, brokers, and logistics providers
Manage the day-to-day operations of time-chartered vessels, ensuring compliance with charter party terms and optimizing voyage performance
Prepare and issue voyage instructions to vessel masters and coordinate vessel nominations, cargo operations, and port activities
Monitor vessel performance, freight costs, and voyage profitability while identifying optimization opportunities
Coordinate with shipowners, brokers, port agents, surveyors, and freight forwarders to ensure smooth cargo execution
Manage shipping documentation, customs requirements, cargo surveys, and inspection activities
Maximize cargo utilization through vessel deadweight and cargo planning analysis
Prepare and monitor laytime calculations, freight invoices, charter hire statements, and claims management activities
Maintain accurate operational and financial records within IMOS and support month-end financial closing activities
Work closely with Trading, Chartering, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal, and Management teams to ensure operational excellence
Anticipate, mitigate, and resolve trade, voyage, and operational incidents while proactively managing associated risks
Support compliance, internal controls, and reporting requirements across shipping and trading activities

Requirements

Minimum 1 years of experience in shipping, trade operations, vessel operations, chartering, freight forwarding, supply chain, or commodity logistics
Strong understanding of dry bulk shipping, charter parties, voyage execution, and maritime operations
Experience working with shipowners, brokers, charterers, port agents, surveyors, and logistics providers
Familiarity with IMOS or similar shipping and trading systems will be advantageous
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple trades and vessel movements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Marine Consultant (P&I)

Job Scope

Conduct P&I casualty inspections on all types of vessels
Communicate with Insurers, Brokers and Owners as required
Prepare comprehensive reports, addressing liability when requested
Conduct P&I loss prevention surveys
Maintain accurate records of all inspections performed
Adhere to strict safety standards when conducting inspections
Travel to survey sites around Asia as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

Class 1 Master Mariner Certificate of Competency.
Preferred minimum 1 year of professional experience as a P&I surveyor.
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English.

Operations Manager – CPP

Job Description

Oversee day-to-day operations of a tanker fleet, ensuring safe, efficient, and commercially optimal cargo movement.
Manage operational performance of vessels from fixture to cargo delivery.
Plan and coordinate voyages, including port calls, bunkering, and cargo operations.
Monitor vessel position, speed, and fuel consumption to optimize performance and reduce costs.
Issue voyage orders and instructions to Masters in line with charter party terms.
Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations (MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, MLC) and flag/port state requirements.
Support and maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) and promote strong HSE culture.
Oversee off-hire management and ensure timely resolution of vessel deficiencies.
Coordinate with technical teams to ensure vessel readiness and operational efficiency.
Manage operational budgets, monitor expenses, and identify cost-efficiency opportunities.
Support financial planning and reporting; maintain awareness of voyage economics and demurrage.
Act as primary point of contact for Masters, agents, terminals, surveyors, and charterers.
Build and maintain relationships with charterers, cargo stakeholders, and port authorities.
Coordinate with internal departments including operations, procurement, finance, HR, and safety.
Lead and manage operations team, including scheduling, performance management, and capacity planning.
Ensure team compliance with safety and operational policies.
Report to senior operations or vessel management leadership and supervise operations staff.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in tanker operations, with at least 3 years in a shore-based role.
Seagoing experience as a deck officer on tankers (Chief Officer or Master preferred).
Strong knowledge of crude, clean petroleum product (CPP), or chemical tanker operations.
Sound understanding of MARPOL Annex I/II, SOLAS, ISM Code, CDI/OCIMF/SIRE inspections, and charter party terms.
Familiarity with ECDIS, VMS, and fleet management systems (e.g., AMOS, DNV Nauticus or similar).
Strong decision-making ability with capacity to work under pressure and manage multiple vessels.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Commercial awareness, including voyage economics and demurrage.
Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and manage shipboard teams remotely.
Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, or related field (or equivalent sea service).
STCW certification (OOW or Master Mariner CoC preferred).
Relevant shore-based operations or post-fixture experience.

Senior Tanker Operator (Specialised Products)

Responsibilities:

Assist the specialised chartering team in ensuring seamless and efficient voyage operations.
Engage with brokers, counterparties, shipowners, and charterers on operational aspects related to vessels and/or cargo.
Identify potential challenges in advance and take proactive steps to resolve them, improving overall charter efficiency.
Verify and monitor Freight, Hire, and Commission invoices and payments, coordinating closely with the Accounts department.
Track and manage time bar deadlines to ensure adherence.
Perform other related or ad hoc duties as assigned to support operational requirements.

Requirements:

Demonstrated experience in Tanker Operations, ideally with exposure to Biofuels, Chemicals, or Vegetable Oils cargoes.
Skilled in using spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

Cargo Officer (Bunker)

Role:

Manage cargo operations and documentation
Safeguard product quality and quantity
Ensure all cargo loading, ex bunker delivery, blending operation and delivery are
in compliance with Company work instructions and in particular SS648: 2024,
wherever applicable.
Ensure that custody control procedures in respect of cargo storage onboard
bunker tanker and cargo movements are duly and properly implemented.
Maintain proper and timely records of inventory in the stock movement logbook
and daily ROB report.
Report on any customer complaint or dispute to the Operations Manager
immediately and assist in onsite investigation.
Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1 Year Experience as bunker clerk/cargo officer onboard bunker tankers.
Certification in Basic & Advanced Course on Bunkering Practices (SS600 & TR
48).
Certification in Code of Practice for Bunker Mass Flow Metering (SS 648:2024).
Willingness to follow Company’s shift duties and stay onboard vessel.
Effective communication skills.
Meticulous, responsible and good follow through skills

Vessel IT Specialist (Ship Owner)

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical support for vessel applications and onboard IT systems across the fleet.
Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade shipboard software and applications.
Troubleshoot application, system, and connectivity issues, coordinating with internal teams and vendors where necessary.
Support the deployment of new digital solutions and software enhancements onboard vessels.
Monitor application performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
Assist with user training and provide technical guidance to vessel personnel.
Maintain system documentation, user guides, and support records.
Ensure compliance with company IT policies, cybersecurity standards, and data protection requirements.
Work closely with technical, fleet, and IT teams to improve operational efficiency through technology.
Participate in testing, implementation, and rollout of new applications and system upgrades.

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3 years of experience in IT support, application support, or vessel IT within the maritime industry.
Experience supporting vessel applications, onboard networks, or fleet IT systems is highly preferred.
Good understanding of Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365, networking fundamentals, and hardware troubleshooting.
Familiarity with maritime communication systems, satellite connectivity, or shipboard IT infrastructure is an advantage.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel onboard vessels when required.

Marine Consultant

Job Description

Provide technical and operational consultancy to shipowners, managers, insurers, legal firms, and other maritime stakeholders.
Conduct inspections, audits, condition surveys, and vessel assessments across various vessel types, with preference for tanker experience.
Investigate marine incidents, accidents, and casualties, and prepare detailed technical reports with findings and recommendations.
Deliver expert advice on vessel operations, safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices.
Review technical documentation, maintenance records, and operational procedures to assess compliance with international maritime regulations.
Support clients in claims, disputes, litigation, and arbitration by providing technical expertise and professional opinions when required.
Liaise with vessel operators, port authorities, classification societies, flag administrations, and other relevant stakeholders.
Attend vessels, ports, and offshore locations as required to conduct surveys, inspections, and investigations.
Stay up to date with changes in international maritime regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
Prepare clear, accurate, and professional reports within agreed timelines.

Requirements

Master Mariner (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.
Previous sailing experience as Master on commercial vessels is essential.
Tanker sailing experience as Master is highly preferred for at least one of the available positions.
Previous experience in marine consultancy, marine surveying, technical management, or a related shore-based maritime role is advantageous.
Strong knowledge of IMO regulations, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, ISPS Code, and other applicable international maritime standards.
Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Able to work independently while managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
Willingness to travel internationally and attend vessels or client sites as required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and report preparation.
Fluent in written and spoken English.

Operations Manager – Chemical Tanker

Job Description

Oversee day-to-day operations of a tanker fleet, ensuring safe, efficient, and commercially optimal cargo movement.
Manage operational performance of vessels from fixture to cargo delivery.
Plan and coordinate voyages, including port calls, bunkering, and cargo operations.
Monitor vessel position, speed, and fuel consumption to optimize performance and reduce costs.
Issue voyage orders and instructions to Masters in line with charter party terms.
Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations (MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, MLC) and flag/port state requirements.
Support and maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) and promote strong HSE culture.
Oversee off-hire management and ensure timely resolution of vessel deficiencies.
Coordinate with technical teams to ensure vessel readiness and operational efficiency.
Manage operational budgets, monitor expenses, and identify cost-efficiency opportunities.
Support financial planning and reporting; maintain awareness of voyage economics and demurrage.
Act as primary point of contact for Masters, agents, terminals, surveyors, and charterers.
Build and maintain relationships with charterers, cargo stakeholders, and port authorities.
Coordinate with internal departments including operations, procurement, finance, HR, and safety.
Lead and manage operations team, including scheduling, performance management, and capacity planning.
Ensure team compliance with safety and operational policies.
Report to senior operations or vessel management leadership and supervise operations staff.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in tanker operations, with at least 3 years in a shore-based role.
Seagoing experience as a deck officer on tankers (Chief Officer or Master preferred).
Strong knowledge of crude, clean petroleum product (CPP), or chemical tanker operations.
Sound understanding of MARPOL Annex I/II, SOLAS, ISM Code, CDI/OCIMF/SIRE inspections, and charter party terms.
Familiarity with ECDIS, VMS, and fleet management systems (e.g., AMOS, DNV Nauticus or similar).
Strong decision-making ability with capacity to work under pressure and manage multiple vessels.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Commercial awareness, including voyage economics and demurrage.
Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and manage shipboard teams remotely.
Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, or related field (or equivalent sea service).
STCW certification (OOW or Master Mariner CoC preferred).
Relevant shore-based operations or post-fixture experience.