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Vessel Operator – Houston, TX

Our client, an international tanker owner and operator, is seeking a Vessel Operator to join its commercial operations team in Houston. This individual will be responsible for the safe, efficient and commercially effective operation of assigned vessels, coordinating closely with shipboard personnel, charterers, technical managers, port agents, terminals and other stakeholders.

The Vessel Operator will manage voyages from fixture through completion, ensuring voyage instructions and charter-party requirements are properly communicated and executed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the daily commercial operation of assigned tanker vessels, reviewing charter parties and communicating voyage instructions to vessel Masters.
• Monitor schedules, ETAs, notices of readiness and cargo operations while coordinating with charterers, terminals, agents and technical managers to minimize delays.
• Appoint port agents, review disbursement accounts and support economical bunker planning, vessel routing, speed and fuel consumption.
• Maintain complete and accurate voyage information in IMOS, including voyage costs, invoices, hire statements and month-end closing.
• Prepare and review bills of lading, discharge orders, letters of indemnity, consumption records and other required voyage documentation.
• Monitor vessel performance against charter-party warranties and address off-hire, overconsumption and other commercial issues.
• Support third-party and time-chartered tonnage, including vessel screening, terminal questionnaires and ship-clearance requirements.
• Help monitor vessel emissions and fuel-efficiency performance in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in marine transportation, maritime business or another relevant discipline.
• At least two years of commercial marine operations experience, preferably with a tanker owner or operator.
• Previous sailing experience and/or a Third Mate’s license is preferred.
• Working knowledge of tanker operations, charter parties, voyage management and contract administration.
• Experience with IMOS or a comparable vessel-management system is preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple voyages and priorities in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Flexibility to provide occasional evening or weekend support and travel when required.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a well-established international tanker organization.