Commercial Freight Operator
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Make a difference
Do you like helping people? Do you like to make people smile? Are you passionate about putting people in a better place? Then you may have what it takes to join our amazing team?
Key elements of Freight Operations include:
Support Freight Trading Strategy for our Time-Charter fleet by adding as much value as possible to the bottom-line whilst maintaining safe and compliant operations
Conduct all freight operational activities promptly and professionally ensuring that all obligations and requirements under the charter party contract terms are met. This refers both to our external charters and internal business
Identify and maximize the embedded optionality within charter party agreements (i.e. laycan, demurrage rates, ship space parceling, ship swaps, backhaul opportunities)
Ensure the efficient operation of time-chartered vessels including the issuance of voyage orders, the correct preparation of cargo tanks and the issuance of LOIs in accordance with charter party terms and conditions
Ensure that bunker procurement is optimised in terms of location, cost and grade in close liaison with the freight trader
Support fleet performance optimisation initiatives to reduce bunker consumption
Optimize tank cleaning operations for vessel readiness for wall wash test as required by carriage of goods requirements
Ensure that service provider appointments are made in line with Shell policies and guidelines and expedites turnaround of the vessel
Liaise with Demurrage & Finance teams to maximise outgoing claims and ensure settlements are fulfilled timely and accurately
Identify & develop areas for process improvement in freight activities
Use in-house tools for managing ship operations and records
What we need from you
Commercially aware and able to make rapid and accurate decisions, you’ll have proven experience in analysing complex issues and managing your demanding workload effectively to ensure deadlines are met. Confident and self-motivated, your excellent interpersonal and communication skills mean you’ll be able to liaise effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders. You’ll also have a thorough understanding of all contractual, license and regulatory obligations in the markets in which Shell operates.
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis
Bachelor’s degree required
Must be available to attend to operational matter hours and weekends as needed
2 or more years of experience in handling commercial tanker operations
Manage cost associated with voyages vessel, understanding implications of demurrage
Tanker sailing experience preferred
Understanding of cargo stow plan and cargo change over requirements
Understanding of bunker fuel requirements and different grades of bunker fuel, essentially monitor fuel consumption and responsible for procurement
Understanding of charter party terms
Understanding of carriage requirements for different chemicals
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders such as freight trading, finance and operations for efficient commercial and operational performance of the vessels
The base salary range for this position is $101,000 - $151,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 3 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave to birthing mothers, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for disability leave for up to 52 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles
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