Senior Vessel Operator - Dry Bulk

About the role

An established organisation in the maritime industry is looking for a Senior Vessel Operator to join its Bulk Operations team. The role suits an experienced dry bulk vessel operator with strong post-fixture and voyage management experience, who can handle operational matters independently while supporting the development and oversight of junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day vessel operations of dry bulk carriers and ensure smooth, efficient voyage execution.
• Manage post-fixture activities, including laytime calculations and hire settlements.
• Monitor voyage performance and identify ways to maximise voyage profitability and fixture revenue.
• Prepare and analyse voyage projections, operational data and voyage results.
• Manage Profit & Loss (P&L) reporting and performance analysis.
• Support the Team Lead in overseeing daily operations, coaching and developing junior operators, and provide leadership coverage when needed.
• Handle operational incidents and urgent matters, including outside regular working hours, and undertake other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in dry bulk vessel operations.
• Diploma in Maritime Studies or an equivalent qualification.
• Familiarity with IMOS is an added advantage.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and respond promptly to time-sensitive matters.

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong operational coordination, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

To apply, send a detailed copy of your updated resume in MS Word format to the recruiter named in the advert.