LNG Shipping Operator

About the role

A power and utilities group with a growing trading arm is recruiting an experienced LNG Shipping Operator through Kerry Consulting. The successful candidate will manage LNG vessel operations across spot, voyage charter and term arrangements, working with traders, charterers, shipowners, terminals, agents and internal stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient and commercially effective voyage execution. The role reports to the Head of Operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage pre- and post-fixture operations for a fleet of LNG carriers
• Voyage planning, vessel scheduling and agency nominations
• Issuing voyage instructions and coordinating loading and discharge activities
• Managing demurrage and claims, reviewing port costs and handling charter-party settlements
• Responding to vessel-related enquiries across global time zones
• Reviewing shipping clauses in LNG Master Sale and Purchase Agreements (MSPAs)
• Providing operational support for newbuild vessel deliveries and the ramp-up of new LNG projects
• Coordinating with shipowners on EU ETS compliance and EU Allowance (EUA) requirements

Required profile

• Degree in Maritime Studies or a related discipline
• At least five years of shipping operations experience and strong knowledge of LNG carriers
• Experience supporting spot and term LNG cargoes, newbuild deliveries, terminal operations and emissions compliance is advantageous
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple voyages and work with stakeholders across global time zones