Operations Manager

Salling Search is currently recruiting for an Operations Manager for a global heavy lift and project cargo shipping company. This is a senior role leading vessel operations for a specialised fleet from the Singapore office. You will work closely with chartering, technical and commercial teams across the group’s international offices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the heavy lift and multipurpose fleet, from fixture through to final discharge
• Plan and coordinate voyages, port calls, bunkering and cargo operations to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective performance
• Work with engineering and cargo superintendents on lift plans, stowage, lashing and securing for project and breakbulk cargoes
• Appoint and manage port agents, stevedores, surveyors and other third-party service providers
• Act as the main operational contact for charterers, cargo owners and EPC contractors, and keep them updated on voyage progress
• Monitor voyage results, prepare voyage estimates and control port and operating costs against budget
• Handle laytime, demurrage and despatch calculations and support the resolution of operational claims
• Ensure compliance with charter party terms, international regulations and company HSEQ procedures
• Lead, mentor and develop the operations team in Singapore
• Coordinate with the group’s other offices to align operational processes and share fleet resources

Requirements

• Degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Logistics or a related field, or a seagoing background as a Master or Chief Officer
• At least 8 years of shipping operations experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or team lead role
• Experience in heavy lift, project cargo, breakbulk or multipurpose vessel operations
• Good knowledge of charter parties, laytime and demurrage, and voyage cost control
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle time-critical operations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willing to travel and to be contactable outside office hours when operations require it

Contact Ellaine at ellaine@sallingsearch.com for more information or apply via our website. Ellaine Legaspi Gorospe Reg No: R1220634 EA License No: 15S7671