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Tanker Operations Specialist

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
The Tanker Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and commercially effective operation of assigned tanker vessels. The role involves managing day-to-day voyage operations, ensuring compliance with charter party obligations, applicable regulations and company procedures, while safeguarding the Owners' commercial interests.

Added 06/08/2026

  • act as the primary operational contact for assigned vessels
  • work closely with Masters, charterers, brokers, shipowners, agents, terminals...

About Our Client

For our client a small and international shipping company, we are currently looking for a Tanker Operations Specialist

Job Description

  • Manage the day-to-day commercial operation of assigned tanker vessels from fixture to voyage completion.
  • Ensure voyages are performed safely, efficiently and in compliance with charter party terms, international regulations and company procedures.
  • Coordinate with Masters, charterers, brokers, agents, terminals, technical managers and other stakeholders to ensure smooth voyage execution.
  • Monitor vessel schedules, cargo operations, port calls and voyage performance, taking proactive action to minimise delays and operational risks.
  • Protect Owners' commercial interests by identifying contractual issues, preserving evidence and managing operational aspects of claims and disputes.
  • Review and verify voyage documentation, including Bills of Lading, Statements of Facts, Notices of Readiness and other operational records.
  • Monitor voyage expenses and support the accurate settlement of freight, hire, demurrage and other voyage-related accounts.
  • Provide timely operational guidance and support to vessel Masters, including during emergencies and critical incidents.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Marine Transportation, Logistics, Business Administration or a related discipline. Equivalent industry experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in tanker operations, ship management or vessel operations.
  • Seagoing experience on oil, chemical or product tankers is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of tanker charter parties, voyage execution and commercial shipping operations.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English. Additional languages are an advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of tanker operations, cargo handling and port operations.
  • Good understanding of charter parties, laytime, demurrage, freight and voyage economics.
  • Knowledge of maritime sanctions compliance and trade restrictions.
  • Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

What's on Offer

A permanent job in a small and fast growing company

Quote job ref
JN-082026-7078530

Job summary

Job Function
Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Transport Management
Industry
Transport & Distribution
Where
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-082026-7078530

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