Trafigura
DryShippingOperator
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“Dry Shipping Operator at Trafigura. Skills: Voyage planning, Charter party terms, Vessel operations management. Undertake voyage planning. Optimize bunker procurement and consumption”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver efficient, safe, and cost-effective voyages; Maximize performance; Performance analysis
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2-5 years’ office experience for Seafarers, 4-6 years’ office experience for Non Seafarers, Fluent spoken and written IT system literacy, Relevant maritime qualification/degree
Nice to Have
Supramax/Panamax/Capesize vessel experience, Automation tool development, Understanding of AI/ML applications in shipping operations
What You'll Do.
Undertake voyage planning
Optimize bunker procurement and consumption
Review and coordinate stowage planning
Coordinate agency appointments
Monitor vessel performance
Coordinate weather routing services
Manage hold / tank cleaning optimization
Handle vessel questionnaires
Maintain and update company software systems
Collaborate with internal and external counterparties
Ensure compliance with Global Regulatory Requirements
Prepare operational reports
Ensure compliance with Trafigura's global policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with internal and external counterparties; Communication and stakeholder management skills across internal teams and external counterparties; Communication with Stakeholders (Vessel Masters, Shipping agents, Internal and External Counterparties, Legal Department etc)
Communication Scope
Fluent spoken and written; Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full Job Description
**Main purpose** As a Shipping Operator in Trafigura, you will have the opportunity to join a team that manages one of the world’s largest fleets in the world, handling all aspects of Time and Voyage Charter vessel operations for the company. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of shipping logistics, charter party terms, and global maritime operations, with a focus on delivering efficient, safe, and cost-effective voyages, while ensuring proper operation of TC and spot vessels and maximize performance, following global standards and international regulations at all times. **Key responsibilities** * Undertake voyage planning to meet international regulations and respond to vessel operational issues * Optimize bunker procurement and consumption strategies * Review and coordinate stowage planning, cargo handling operations, and real-time issue resolution * Coordinate agency appointments and provide voyage orders to vessels * Monitor vessel performance throughout all voyages, including speed and consumption analysis * Coordinate weather routing services and performance optimization initiatives * Manage hold / tank cleaning optimization * Handle vessel questionnaires, certificates, LOIs and all relevant supporting documentation * Maintain and update company software systems with required operational data * Collaborate with internal and external counterparties to ensure smooth management of ongoing operations, including pre- and post-fixture activities * Ensure compliance with Global Regulatory Requirements * Prepare operational reports and performance analysis * Ensure compliance with Trafigura's global policies and procedures at all times **Required qualifications** * 2-5 years’ office experience for Seafarers or 4-6 years’ office experience for Non Seafarers * Supramax/Panamax/Capesize vessel experience preferred * Strong knowledge of Charter Party terms (NYPE, Gencon, Baltime, etc.) * Fluent spoken and written English; IT system literacy (MS Office, V
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