Operations Manager – Tanker (Malaysia) (S19482)
- Full time
- Malaysia, Malaysia View on Map
- posted 2 days ago
- Posted: April 23, 2026 -Accepting applications
Job Detail
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.
