Vessel Operator – Dry Bulk Shipping

About the role

We are looking for a commercially‑minded Vessel Operator with solid experience in dry bulk shipping. You will manage the full post‑fixture lifecycle of chartered vessels, ensuring voyages run smoothly, contracts are honoured, and profitability is maximised.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day commercial and post‑fixture operations of chartered dry bulk vessels.
• Coordinate with charterers, shipowners, brokers, agents, terminals, Masters and internal teams to execute voyages efficiently.
• Monitor vessel schedules, loading/discharge operations, port rotations and overall voyage performance.
• Ensure compliance with charter party terms, voyage instructions and operational requirements.
• Prepare and review voyage documentation, Statements of Facts, laytime calculations and demurrage/detention claims.
• Track profitability, fuel consumption, speed, port productivity and turnaround efficiency.
• Liaise with weather routing providers, port agents and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and delays.
• Maintain accurate records in IMOS and other operational systems.
• Support claims handling, dispute resolution and post‑voyage analysis.

Required profile

• 3–4 years of vessel operations experience in the dry bulk sector.
• Strong understanding of post‑fixture operations, charter party execution and laytime calculations.
• Ability to manage multiple vessels and voyages simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem‑solving capability.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with IMOS or similar vessel operations software (highly preferred).