Fleet Manager, Operations - Urgent Position

Our client is one of the most established and leading bunker craft owner-operators.

They are looking for an individual to join them in their growing team, here is your chance to be part of an exciting team geared towards both company and personal success.

Fleet Manager, Operations

Job Description:

In charge of Operations (Marine, Technical and Safety).

• Plan, organize and monitor efficient resource management of all department’s superintendents and operation assistants / executives.
• Promote and develop a culture of continuous improvement in pursuit of organizational objectives;
• Maintain a harmonious working relationship among team members and colleagues;
• Monitor and manage day-to-day operations with the assistance of the Marine and Technical Superintendents;
• Monitor voyage and commercial performance with the respective superintendents;
• Prepare the annual fleet operating budgets with inputs from all the Marine / Technical Superintendents. Also, monitor the expenditure against the budget, and explain variances in the monthly report to the Senior Management, with contributions from the Superintendents;
• Prepare, manage, and control department budgets for any projects related expenses;
• Report to the Board of Directors for the planning of annual KPIs and targets for the Operations Team (Marine, Technical, and Safety & Training);
• Provide technical direction for development, design and system integration in new ship buildings and current ships;
• Plan, coordinate and execute an efficient and cost-effective docking program;
• Ensure that technical procedures, documentation and standard policies are put in place and reviewed regularly;
• With the Team Leads, conduct performance reviews of all members in the relevant departments and identify areas of improvement;
• Assign each team member specific tasks and oversee their performance;
• Coordinate with the Company’s insurance section for claim settlement with the respective superintendents;
• Keep abreast of new relevant rules and regulations and ensure implementation across the Company;
• Perform verification checks through audit and inspection in compliance with the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental System and Workplace Safety and Health Act and Environmental Public Health Regulations;
• Oversee internal and external audits, and reviews of ISM, ISPS and ISO, with the assistance of the Team Lead in the Safety and Training Department;
• Oversee implementation of Fleet Safety Training Plan, drills and exercises;
• Attend, coordinate and implement Oil Majors’ and Charterers’ HSSEQ requirements;
• Overall in charge of the Company’s Oil Majors, Class, Flag and Statutory audits;
• Help update and monitor the Company’s TMSA;
• Attend to casualty, incident, personnel accident investigation and reporting;
• Plan, coordinate and attend to the new building, delivery and sale of ships if required;
• Act as an Emergency Response Team coordinator;
• Participate in marine and shipping committees and working groups as and when required;
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Senior Management.

Job Requirements:

• Possess COC Class 1 (Motor) with dangerous cargo endorsement (Oil & Chemical);
• Preferably to have 10 years’ experience as Chief Engineer on Tanker vessel and relevant shore-based experience;
• Must have strong leadership qualities to lead a team;
• Preferably with 5 years’ Superintendent experience;
• Strong analytical and planning skills;
• A skilled organiser and communicator at all level;
• Committed to stringent quality and cost control.

Are you ready for a challenging and exciting endeavour that will require the investment of a lot of hard work, dedication and all your experience? Are you ready to bring your skills and competencies to support the establishment and enhancement of our client’s business? If yes, you might be exactly the new team member they are looking for!

Please submit your updated and comprehensive CV in MS WORD FORMAT ONLY (NOT PDF) with full career details, stating current or last drawn salary with full breakdown such as base, incentives, AWS, etc. and expected salary, contact details, educational qualifications, working experiences, reasons for leaving each past employment(s) and availability date.

What our client offers

Our client offers an attractive remuneration package, a fast-paced and exciting working environment and provide challenging opportunities for career advancement. They care about their employees. They are not just an employer. They are a Team. They do not just offer you a job, they offer you a career. By joining their team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for customers, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic and fast-growing organization.

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Thank You!

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with our client. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we will not be able to respond to all applicants. Therefore, only shortlisted applicants will be notified for interviews. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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