Sunday, February 27, 2011

Vacancy: Public Relation Manager in Shanghai

The Clarksons Group, established in 1852, is the world’s leading integrated shipping services group. To tackle the increasingly important Chinese shipping market, we are looking for the following candidate in our Shanghai office:

Public Relation Manager

As a relationship manager, the person should foster the interest of Clarksons Group in China. We are looking for someone to deal with various government agencies as well as taking responsibility for organizing company events.

We require:
  • Solid experience and expertise
  • University degree in relevant fields
  • Highly self-motivated, strong communication skills with good team work spirit
  • Proficiency in English

We offer:

- Supportive working environment
- A globalised approach
- Competitive remuneration
- Worldwide network and world renown brand name

Please send your resume with job interest and salary expectation to: quan.wen@clarksons.com  before 18 March 2011. All applications and personal details will be treated with care on a private and confidential basis.

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Vacancy: Shipping Analyst in Shanghai

The Clarksons Group, established in 1852, is the world’s leading integrated shipping services group. To tackle the increasingly important Chinese shipping market, we are looking for the following candidate in our Shanghai office:

Shipping Analyst

Clarksons is the world brand name in maritime analysis. Our analysts are frequently invited to numerous industry conferences. We are looking for a candidate to interact with our broking team in Shanghai, primarily in shipbuilding and dry cargo. The position will be part of our global analyst team and suits someone with strong analytical ability and eloquence to forecast the market, spot the underlying trend and detect a change before it happens.

We require:
  • Solid experience and expertise
  • University degree in relevant fields
  • Highly self-motivated, strong communication skills with good team work spirit
  • Proficiency in English

We offer:

- Supportive working environment
- A globalised approach
- Competitive remuneration
- Worldwide network and world renown brand name

Please send your resume with job interest and salary expectation to: quan.wen@clarksons.com before 18 March 2011. All applications and personal details will be treated with care on a private and confidential basis.

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Friday, February 25, 2011

Vacancy: Manager for the Tanker Division in Oman

Oman Shipping Company S.A.O.C. (OSC) is closed joint stock company incorporated in May 2003 and owned by Government of Sultanate of Oman through Ministry of Finance (80%) and Oman Oil Company S.A.O.C. (20%). The Company is managed by high profile Board of Directors, headed by HE the Minister of National Economy as Chairman of the Company.

The commercial department of OSC is looking for a Manager for the Tanker Division.

If you are interested in the above position, please visit the link below for more details:

Vacancy: Manager for the Bulk Division.in Oman

Oman Shipping Company S.A.O.C. (OSC) is closed joint stock company incorporated in May 2003 and owned by Government of Sultanate of Oman through Ministry of Finance (80%) and Oman Oil Company S.A.O.C. (20%). The Company is managed by high profile Board of Directors, headed by HE the Minister of National Economy as Chairman of the Company.

The commercial department of OSC is looking for a Manager for the Bulk Division.

If you are interested in the above position, please visit the link below for more details:

Vacancy: Ship Finance Broker in Shanghai

The Clarksons Group, established in 1852, is the world’s leading integrated shipping services group. To tackle the increasingly important Chinese shipping market, we are looking for Ship Finance Broker in our Shanghai office:

Clarkson Financial Services (CFS) is a specialised division within the Clarksons Group dealing with asset investors and financial institutions in order to provide comprehensive financing solutions including debt arrangement, bareboat charter structures, tax leases and advisory services. The position would suit someone with experience in a ship finance role looking for wider challenges, as this will be a highly diverse and responsible role. To be successful, the candidate will need an eye for detail and market knowledge together with IT skills and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

We require:

  • Solid experience and expertise
  • University degree in relevant fields
  • Highly self-motivated, strong communication skills with good team work spirit
  • Proficiency in English
We offer:
  • Supportive working environment
  • A globalised approach
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Worldwide network and world renown brand name
Please send your resume with job interest and salary expectation to: quan.wen@clarksons.com before 18 March 2011. All applications and personal details will be treated with care on a private and confidential basis

Vacancy: Freight and Commodity Brokers in London

Freight and Commodity Brokers   

Freight Investor Services is one of the world’s fastest-growing freight and commodity brokers, with a reputation for successfully developing new products in niche markets.

We are expanding our broking teams to serve changing global markets and are looking for high calibre, highly-motivated and experienced brokers to build coverage in our London office.

We are seeking: 
  • brokers with commodity and freight experience for forward freight agreements (FFAs);
  • brokers who want to work in a brand new market - for cashsettled steel and scrap swaps;
  • physical shipbrokers with dry bulk shipping market experience;
Initial role requirement is in London but applications and interest for positions in Singapore/Shanghai will be considered.

These are not beginner/junior positions, but we will consider applications from brokers with equities, options or other commodities derivatives backgrounds, as well as those with shipping and freight trading experience.

Please send CVs with salary expectations to jobs@freightinvestor.com.

For more information on Freight Investor Services, visit http://www.freightinvestor.com/

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Vacancy:Fleet Operations Manager in Singapore

Fleet Operations Manager

Working with the Fleet Manager and reporting directly to senior management, the Fleet Operations Manager is required to co-coordinate with the Trading, Chartering, Sale and Purchase and Operations departments on all matters concerning Fleet operations, both technically and commercially, as well as work with the Fleet Manager in operating the busy Singapore office.

Applicants will ideally have several years in an operations background, including gas, and have a good commercial background. Some technical experience would be beneficial, but not essential.

The position is based in the Company’s Singapore office.

The successful candidate will be expected to show initiative and organizational skills to develop this new senior position within a growing Company.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

All applications should be addressed to careers@petredec.com.sg
Further info on Petredec Ltd is available at the Company website http://www.petredec.com/

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Vacancy: Marketing Manager based in Mumbai

Looking for Manager-Marketing with a leading Container Shipping Co


Greeting to you from BlueBel!!

We are having an urgent requirement for position of Marketing Manager- Trade & Marketing with a leading container shipping company in the world

Department: Trade and Marketing
Location: Mumbai
Job description: o Accountable locally for the input to market intelligence tools and databases that will simplify line decision making in line with short and long term strategy.
o To focus on developing new customer segments and marketing initiatives.
o Ensure market intelligence is translated into action for sales.
o Identify business opportunities short and long term based on market feedback and Intelligence.
o Provide guidance for local strategy through market, trade and customer segment.
o Analysis develop go-to market plan annually with revisions throughout the year
o Develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates Clients products in the market


Experience: We are looking for candidates with 6 - 7 years of marketing experience with at least 2 years experience in a field facing role.

Skill sets: o Very strong written communication skills
o Excellent people and management skills to liaison with major stakeholders to get inputs for campaigns and improvements including colleagues and cross-functional teams, and third parties.
o Ability to identify competitive trends and provide recommendations on how to take advantage of the same
o Proficiency in consulting techniques, research, analysis and assessment of information, dissemination of communication and insights to key decision makers.
o Ability to influence and willingness to challenge status quo
o Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
o Extensive experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
o Willingness to travel and work in a global team of professionals.
o Proven ability to oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities
o Experience in integrated marketing communications - especially business to business campaigning
o Experience in communication for different media channels (press release, websites, sales support materials, customer campaigns, news media )
o Experience in handling press


Preferable experience in shipping/logistics/FMCG.

Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree.

Request you to kindly mail your updated CV to us along with the below details
o Current CTC
o Expected CTC
o Notice Period

Regards
Team BlueBel
Email: hr@blue-bel.com

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Vacancy: Import/Export Customer Service Representative in Netherlands- Feb 2011

Import/Export Customer Service Representative speaking German and French, region Rotterdam.

Vacancy: Country Manager in Jeddah

Job Opportunity - Country Manager – Jeddah

Global Freight/Shipping Organization
Competitive salary package
Based in Jeddah

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established logistics organization. They offer a range of products/services that include NVOCC, air/sea freight forwarding, warehousing, CFS operations and other logistics activities.

We are looking for a Country Manager to establish the country operations for the LCL business followed by other product verticals (in cooperation with respective SME’s) in Saudi Arabia.

This is a challenging role but one with tremendous possibilities for future growth & development within the company.

Responsibilities: • Responsible for operations of the NVO and Warehouse operations, followed by Project Logistics when it comes on-line in country.
• Developing end-to-end product offering by the company by jointly developing and executing Country Business Plans in Saudi Arabia for the various verticals of the company (LCL, FCL, Air Freight, Warehousing, Project Logistics, Clearance & Transportation).
• Developing relationships with suppliers : Liner companies for the LCL/FCL business, Equipment Rental companies, etc.
• Responsible for optimization of manpower resources to ensure high productivity levels.
• Responsible for implementing the Performance Management System by putting in place KPI, and other measurement indicators for business profitability, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and Implement strategies to capture sizeable market share to build the company into the TOP 5 in each service offering.
• Responsible for implementation of the IT systems required for operations; in cooperation and with guidance from the Corporate divisions.


Requirements: • Must have relevant experience in setting-up and/or managing freight & NVOCC/logistics offices or networks in Saudi Arabia
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable success in Business Development within the logistics sector in the Middle East
• Sound operational experience in sea/air/land forwarding to complement and underpin your commercial skills
• Strong entrepreneurial and leadership abilities
• Innovative and with a can-do attitude
• Excellent communication skills in English are essential
• Holding a valid Saudi or GCC country driving license


If this is the job for you then please visit our Live Jobs section & apply ONLINE to Jude Librando at Logistics Executive in Dubai on http://www.logisticsexecutive.com/

Vacancy: Drybulk Operations Manager in London

Drybulk Operations Manager-London £40000

Working for a large shipowner you will be responsible for the following:
  • Mananging operation of Drybulk carriers
  • Managing agents matters
  • Accounting
  • Managing contract with owners and charterers
  • Updating information
  • Managing and updating performance date in system.
  • Dry bulk carriers operation including post fixture.
  • General matters about vessels operation
  • instruction for contract performance/bunkering order/etc
  • Agent -nomination / instruction / port disbursement
  • payment / Settlement.
  • Accounting-Account receivable and accounting payable.
  • (Invoicing/collection freight/hire and final settlement/etc)
  • Managing contract with charterers/owners according to charter party.
  • Reporting performance result and replies to head office inquiries.
  • Cordinating operation and performance result with head office.
  • managing claim with charterers and owners
  • Information updating (Port information/vessel information/etc)
  • Subject to volume of business and environment, Partly Tanker operation supporting required.
Good skill at computer accounting, operation and business system. At least 3 years experiences in Drybulk Panamax~Handy operation. Experience at drybulk shipping company. General knowledge about drybulk business including charter party. Knowledge about drybulk carriers operation including legal aspect. Good skill at computer system (input date/accounting system/etc). Knowledge of dry bulk carriers operations including legal aspect.
Please send your CV to albone@alchemy-recruit.co.uk

Vacancy: Assistant / Relief Chief Housekeeper for a luxury 5*Cruise Ship - Feb 2011

Assistant / Relief Chief Housekeeper for a luxury 5*Cruise Ship

We are searching for an experienced Assistant Housekeeper, who will cover the relief Assistant housekeeper role for a small luxury cruise ship, before stepping up to the relief role of Executive Housekeeper, for the same ship.

You must have experience of managing a team of at least 30 people from a multi-cultural background, understand USPH regulations and the necessary practices, have experience of training, good IT and administration skills and be used to organising others.

Please email your CV and photos of your creations, to hotel.crew@vships.com

Vacancy: German Speaking Waiters on Cruise Ships- Feb 2011

Exceptional German Speaking Waiters

Would you like to work for the World's Best Luxury Cruise Line?

Silversea Cruises are the Conde Naste World's leading small 6* cruise line , focusing on exceptional service and quality on ships which offer a number of dining options including the only Relais and Chateau restaurants at sea.

We are currently looking for passionate, service orientated waiting staff who are motivated to provide a luxury service whilst seeing the world.

Contracts are for a 6 month period. Salaries are tax free, meals and accommodation provided and flights paid to the ship.

Candidates will require:

A minimum of 2 years experience in a waiting position at either a 5* hotel or Michelin / Relais & Chateau restaurant.
Fluency in German and English
European Hotel School Education / Hotel Apprenticeship is preferred

To apply for this position, either email recruitment@vhospitality.net or go online at http://www.vhospitality.net/

Vacancy: Pastry Chef for Silversea Cruises

Pastry Chef for Silversea Cruises

Silversea Cruises are the defining name in the ultra-luxury cruising industry, working to Relais and Chateau standards and regularly nominated as the ‘Worlds best’ cruise line.

The Pastry Chef manages a team of up to 8 multi-national crew, overseeing the entire pastry and bakery department onboard a luxury ship, catering for up to 540 passengers.

All products are made onboard, including bread, desserts, chocolates, ice creams and sauces.

You will require a minimum of 2 years in a similar environment, either in a 5* luxury hotel with large banqueting facilities or onboard a small luxury cruise ship, as well as a culinary diploma and specialist patisserie qualifications.

The salary for the role is negotiable, paid whilst onboard, for your 5 to 6 month contract.

Start dates are variable.

Please email your CV and photos of your creations, to hotel.crew@vships.com

Vacancy: Russian Speaking Suite Attendant for 6* Luxury Cruise Line

Russian Speaking Suite Attendant for 6* Luxury Cruise Line

Responsible for the cleanliness of the Suites in the section, including bathroom, beds, balcony, pantry and corridors.

Reporting to the Section Butler, the Suite Attendant will ensure all aspects of cleanliness are maintained on a daily basis and follow with a daily turn down service.

To be considered for this role, you will require:

A minimum of 1 contract onboard of shipboard cabin cleaning or
12 months in a busy 5* hotel working as a Room Attendant.

Candidates are required to speak Fluent English and Russian.

Contracts are for 6 months.

Please email your CV and photos of your creations, to hotel.crew@vships.com

Vacancy: Marketing Manager in Abu Dhabi

Requirement: Marketing/Business Intelligence Manager based in Abu Dhabi- Excellent package. Submit C.V. to jkhabbaz@charterhouse.ae

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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Vacancy: Senior Project Manager, Asia Pacific in SE Asia

Senior Project Manager, Asia Pacific

NHST Events AS is part of the NHST Media Group, leading business news provider and owner of a range of market leading titles including Dagens Naeringsliv, TradeWinds, Upstream, ReCharge and Intrafish. NHST Events owns and organizes a portfolio of well-supported, high quality conferences across the globe from its headquarters in central London.

NHST Events is now recruiting a Senior Project Manager, Asia Pacific to be based in NHST Group offices in either Shanghai or Singapore. The role will involve conference programming and marketing for international events, principally in the maritime, offshore and energy sectors.

As Senior Project Manager, you will work across existing and launch events, including a flagship product for over 400 delegates in China. You will have full autonomy for the range of conference production responsibilities with support provided from corporate headquarters in London. You will work on approximately 3-4 events per year initially, providing a long production cycle and the opportunity to focus heavily on quality. The successful candidate will be able to develop the role into Managing Director of NHST Events Asia within a period of two years of successful operation and business development. Candidates should have already gained some solid commercial conference production experience and preference will be given to those with maritime market experience, although this is not essential. The position will suit an energetic, hands-on all rounder and Chinese language skills will be an advantage.

Salary and benefits negotiable.
Please apply to by March 7th to:
Jon Chaplin

Vacancy: Fuel and Crude Charterer

Fuel and Crude Charterer

China International United Petroleum & Chemicals Company Limited (UNIPEC) is a leading oil trading company in China. It is wholly owned by China Petroleum & Chemicals Corporation (SINOPEC), and while SINOPEC has its business focus on upstream activities, e.g. research, oil exploration and productions, UNIPEC is fully engaged in the import and export of crude oil and its related products. In 2010, the total turnover of UNIPEC reached USD 70 billion.

The formation of UNIPEC’s London office, Unipec UK Company Limited in 1995 aimed at strengthening the global presence of UNIPEC and encouraging an international business co-operation between their business partners and associates at home and abroad.

To further expand its business development and workforce in UK, Unipec UK Company Limited has recently moved into newly purchased office premises with a state of the art design, in London’s West End. Currently, it has nine departments, employing 28 people: Crude Oil, Products, Business Development, Research, OTC/ Risk, Operations, Shipping, Finance and Administration.

We are looking for an experienced charterer to work on our crude and fuel oil trading team. Area of activity is VLCC, Suezmax and Aframax in the Atlantic Basin (including Med and Black Sea) though global experience is an advantage.

Any exposure to controlled tonnage is also of benefit.

To apply, please submit your CV with a covering letter to: shannon@unipec.co.uk

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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Vacancy: Faculty positions at World Maritime University

The World Maritime University was established in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations.  WMU wishes to enhance its role as a global centre of excellence for postgraduate education and research in the maritime field.  WMU offers Master of Science programs in several maritime areas, and a Ph.D. in Maritime Administration.  We are seeking to fill two faculty positions within the next months: one position in the area of shipping management, with a speciality in ship finance, and the other in naval architecture or marine engineering, with experience in maritime education and training.  We are looking to appoint at the Assistant Professor level, but candidates with exceptional academic qualifications or extensive leadership experience in the maritime field may be appointed at a higher rank.

Required qualifications, competencies and professional experience


The successful candidates will have:

■a doctorate in the area of either shipping management, maritime law or naval architecture/marine engineering
■experience in teaching at postgraduate level
■a track record in research and scholarly publication
■professional experience in the maritime transport sector is desirable, as is seafaring experience
■fluency in spoken and written English
■effective communication skills in an international and diverse academic community.


Responsibilities of the post-holder

Assistant Professors are expected, under the supervision of the Vice-President (Academic) to be engaged in:
■teaching, including engagement in the MSc teaching program in Malmö, Shanghai, Dalian, and other locations as needed and assigned
■involvement in Professional Development Courses (PDCs), distance education courses etc as required
■mentoring of PhD and MSc students and supervision of research theses/dissertations;
■scholarship in the form of publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, book chapters, etc
■the development of research projects, submission of project proposals, management of projects
■presentation of research findings at professional conferences and meetings
■service on WMU committees and work groups, and active participation in administrative, academic, and curriculum duties.

Application

The positions offer an attractive salary, free of income tax in Sweden, a benefits package and relocation expenses. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a complete CV, three sample publications, and the contact information of three referees to the Manager, Human Resources (ho@wmu.se). Candidates will be contacted by the end of April 2011 if short listed.

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Vacancy: Marine Bunker/Lubricant Country Manager in HongKong

Marine Bunker/Lubricant Country Manager
 
Location:  SE Asia
Contact:   Jeffrey Albone, Alchemy Recruitment Ltd.  
Telephone:  +44(0)1376 322 045  
Webpage:  http://www.alchemy-recruit.co.uk/  
E-mail:  albone@alchemy-recruit.co.uk

Candidates should be familiar with both the Bunker and Marine Lubricants markets in the region. You should come from both an operational and business development background with an emphasis on the Marine/maritime sectors. Ideally from an engineering background, although this is not essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an organization that is rapidly expanding on a global scale. This role will encompass opening up a new branch office in Hong Kong. Excellent package!

Vacancy: Operations Manager

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Island View Shipping, a division of Grindrod Shipping Pte. Ltd., is a dynamic and expanding dry cargo shipping company. Expansion is particularly focused in building a new Supramax operation to be freight providers to blue chip charterers as well as to our own in house trading divisions.

Main Tasks:
  • Co-ordinate the day to day operational activities of owned, time chartered and voyage chartered ships.
  • Full responsibility for voyage planning, bunker planning, providing instructions to masters and liaising with terminals, agents, ship owners, brokers and various stakeholders involved in the operation of the ship.
  • Responsible for voyage profit and loss reporting including invoicing and laytime calculations.
Profile:
  • Have knowledge ofMS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and be generally computer literate.
  • Proactive approach to identify and pre-empt problems before they occur.
  • Previous dry cargo shipping experience essential and sea going experience preferred.

Applications should be sent to:
Ms Anne Chew
All applicants will be treated in the strictest confidence.


Vacancy: Tanker Operator in Dubai

Tanker Operator

MONJASA DMCC in Dubai is looking for a career-minded Tanker Operator for prompt employment, in a fast-growing group within the Bunkering Industry. The working environment is international and the job scope offers many challenges on daily basis.
It is clearly an advantage if you have experience in tanker operation, and that you possess the right skills, socially and professionally. You must be fluent in oral and written English.
You will be a part of building up an operations department in our Dubai office, which controls 3 bunker tankers and a floating storage.

Job description
Your tasks will be varied, and will cover all aspects of the day-to-day coordination of our bunker operation in the United Arab Emirates. The responsibilities will include daily communication with the crew, various port agents, receiving vessels and in general optimizing the logistics around our operations, to ensure our clients a smooth and timely supply.
There is a close cooperation between the operations department and the trading department. It is a busy working day, and at times hectic. Therefore it is important that you are well-structured, and able to work independently.

You are
•An experienced vessel operator (Preferably tankers)
•Well-structured and possess a good overview
•Analytical, and sees solutions rather than limitations
•Service minded and sociable

We offer
An exciting job in an international group, where you will be a part of a young team in an organization where mutual respect and ambition, as well as smiles and a good social environment are of high priority.

About MONJASA
Our global services include all aspects of Bunkering, Lubricants & Oil Cargo trading. The annual turnover exceeds 500 million US Dollars, with offices in Denmark, Dubai and Singapore as well as plans for further expansion.
The group also includes Ship Owning Companies and a Wind Power division.

Send your application inclusive of your CV and picture to:
MONJASA DMCC
Jumeirah Lake Towers,
AG Tower, Office No 35 JKL
Dubai. United Arab Emirates

Att.: Mikkel Jacobsen
Phone: +971 4 364 7491

Deadline: 15. March 2011.
Interviews will be ongoing until the deadline

Vacancy: Technical Superintendent in UK

Technical Superintendent 
Location:  UK (London) 
Category:  Operations & Shipmanagement (Technical)
Salary:  £55-60k     
Contact:   Jeffrey Albone, Alchemy Recruitment Ltd.  
Telephone:  +44(0)1376 322 045  
Webpagehttp://www.alchemy-recruit.co.uk/  
E-mail:  albone@alchemy-recruit.co.uk

This leading company is seeking a Technical Superintendent. You will perform effective maintenance management of ship and machinery in order to ensure the efficient and cost-effective technical operation of the fleet. You will keep abreast on all issues concerning the vessels, equipment and machinery maintenance.
Must have chemical or product tanker experienceand ideally you have been working ashore in a similar role for a few years.

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Vacancy: Chartering Manager in Singapore

Island View Shipping, a division of Grindrod Shipping Pte. Ltd., is a dynamic and expanding dry cargo shipping company. Expansion is particularly focused in building a new Supramax operation to be freight providers to blue chip charterers as well as to our own in house trading divisions. The company is seeking:
  
CHARTERING MANAGER
Main Tasks:
  • To strengthen our chartering desk in negotiating the group's ships and cargo positions on a world wide basis.
  • To market the company name and to develop good relationships with quality charterers, traders and brokers.
  • To liaise closely with our operations department and help ensure the IVS service to our clients is first class.
Profile:
  • A strong negotiator with a solid chartering background and a goodknowledge of the Supramax market. Highly motivated, with drive and ambition, you will be involved in the world wide chartering activities of the group with a particular focus on Asia.
Applications should be sent to:
Ms Anne Chew
All applicants will be treated in the strictest confidence
  
  

Vacancy: Tanker Chartering Broker in HongKong/ Singapore- Feb 2011

We are looking to expand our Asian operation and need experienced Tanker Chartering Brokers to join our teams in Hong Kong and Singapore.

Candidates should have a minimum of 2-3 years experience. Most importantly individuals should be highly motivated team players with the hunger to succeed at the very peak of their profession.

Are you interested to work with a group that puts great value in their clients, the people we employ and takes pride in rewarding success?

Please apply in confidence to:

Benny Wu
Email: HR.hk@arrowship.com
ARROW TANKERS ASIA LIMITED
Suite 2708, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place,
Central, Hong Kong

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Vacancy: Dry Bulk Shipbrokers in SE Asia


Pacific Dragon Shipping is a privately owned maritime service provider with offices in India and Hong Kong. Established in 1995 our main clients vary from the well established ship owners to smaller charterer's/operators looking to build their own niche in the market.
  
Pacific Dragon Shipping is looking for self motivated and hard working Dry Bulk Shipbrokers to fit into an existing international team of brokers.

Experience in Dry Chartering definitely advantageous. Offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and India. Write in confidence to jobs@pacdragon.com

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Vacancy: Drycargo Shipbroker in HongKong

Cosmos Shipbroking (HK) Ltd. is a world-class shipbroking company providing Chartering, Sale & Purchase and Demolition services to clients internationally.

We are looking for highly motivated, team-oriented and trustworthy Drycargo Shipbroker.You will be responsible for Chartering business in our Hong Kong office.

Previous chartering experience is required for this position. Excellent communication skills, a fluent EXPERIENCED SHIPBROKER command of English, and computer skill are a must. Mandarin is a definite advantage.

The position will offer opportunities for growth and profit-sharing scheme.

Please send CV with current remuneration to

Vacancy: Experienced Sale & Purchase Broker in HongKong

Position:  Experienced Sale & Purchase Broker 
Employer:  Argosy Shipping (Far East) Limited 
Location:  Asia & SE Asia (Hong Kong) 
Category:  Chartering, Broking, Trading & Agency   
Contact:  Argosy Shipping (Far East) Limited  
Webpage:  http://www.argosy.com.hk/
 
Seeking experienced Sale & Purchase Broker to sit in Hong Kong.

Requirements:
- Min 2-3 yrs S&P experience
- An established Ship-owning client base
- Proven track record
- Fluency in English, additional language a bonus
- Motivated, proactive and able to work in a team


Apply in confidence to:

Friday, February 18, 2011

Vacancy: Deckhand- Private Luxury Yacht

Deckhand - private luxury yacht

69 meter private luxury yacht is looking for qualified deckhands from now until end of April for private cruise in the Maldives

Requirements: Previous yacht experience is a must
Perfect English & excellent appearance required
Good fun attitude with experience in water toys
Excellent communication skills
Excellent previous employment record
PADI certification an advantage

You will be required to join mid-March approx.

Applications to include full up to date CV, and recent full-length photo.

Apply online http://www.vhospitality.net/ or send applications to sbenon@vhospitality.net

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Vacancy: Naval Architect in UK

Recruiter: OSM Resourcing
Location: Boldon Business Park, Tyne And Wear
Salary: £25,000 - £29,000 per annum
Sector:  Engineering - Shipbuilding
Job Type:  Permanent
Date:  16 Feb 2011
Job ref no 19888913

Job Summary:
To undertake project and technical work, including engineering, design and analysis in support of the company’s naval architecture, and marine engineering contracts.  The job may require work at the company’s UK offices and also at client or subcontractor premises and to undertake occasional business trips to offshore vessels or installations, factories and shipyards.

Reports To: Senior Structural Engineer

Key Responsibilities
  • Understand and analyse assigned project requirements, objectives and criteria.
  • Calculate vessel motions/stability/strength.
  • Carry out stability calculations, maintain vessel stability software and documentation through the preparation of stability submissions, software models, inclining experiments, displacement checks etc.
  • Undertake structural design calculations to Class requirements where applicable in support of vessel upgrades and modifications.
  • Undertake structural design calculations and proposals for temporary equipment installations and sea-fastenings in support of Houlder proposals and check proposals from third party design consultants.
  • Ensure the safety of ship lifting equipment designs.
  • Ensure that all proposed works to be carried out onboard vessels within the naval architect’s scope are carried out to best industry and statutory standards in a safe and cost effective manner.
  • Check deck strength calculations in support of Houlder proposals and submissions from third party design consultants.
  • Carry out calculations to ensure that dock block loading will not compromise the structural integrity of the vessel.
  • Contribute to design reviews to ensure that technical objectives are achieved.
  • Assist in preparing bid documents that require technical input appropriate to his/her skills.
  • Assist with presentations and the submission of reports and whenever appropriate promote the company’s capabilities to clients.
  • Contribute to vessel structural surveys, deadweight surveys, inclining experiments, equipment tests and other site activities.
  • Ensure that all design work carried out is submitted for review, checking and approval in accordance with the engineering procedures or when specified to the client’s project quality plan.
  • Ensure that all work carried out is properly recorded and undertaken in accordance with company quality control procedures.
  • Carry out or contribute to safety/risk assessments for allocated ship and equipment tasks and/or prior to undertaking site visits.  
  • Undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time by project managers/directors.

Experience:
Essential
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a marine design consultancy or similar organisation.
  • Familiar with specialist software for stability, motions and hydraulics, mooring, structural and FE analysis.
  • Proficient in use of Microsoft Office 2010/Windows 7 applications including Excel, Word etc and other software such as AutoCAD and NAPA.
  • Aware/limited experience of conceptual design of offshore vessels, layout and budget estimation (eg. naval vessels, passenger and cargo vessels, semi-subs, pipe layers, dive support vessels).
  • Aware/limited experience of undertaking offshore motions analysis, mooring system design and analysis.
  • Use of Classification Society Rules.
Desirable
  • Familiar with and up to date with design developments, statutory regulations, and codes of practice for civil and naval shipping and offshore industries.
  • Operational experience (e.g. sea trials, sub-sea or drilling) and the ability to provide technical support on projects from enquiry stage to completion.
  • Able to contribute to a project to produce sound, cost-effective designs.

Knowledge\Qualifications:
  • Essential: BEng (Hons), MEng or MSc (or equivalent) in Naval Architecture, Ship Science or other relevant subject (minimum Class 2:1/Distinction (or equivalent)
  • Preferred: Member, Graduate or Student Member of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects.

Job Specific Requirements
  • Ability to travel
  • Must hold Full Driving Licence
  • An Offshore survival certification may be required at a later date, if there is a specific project requirement.
Please note
Only candidates who match the exacting requirements above will be considered and replied to.


Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Vacancy: Senior Tanker Charterer at Torm

Senior Tanker Charterer

Job Description
TORM is one of the world's leading product tanker carriers. We operate a modern fleet of over 112 owned and pool partners' vessels. To strengthen our commercial team, we are looking for new Senior Tanker Charterer for our office in Copenhagen.
Your main tasks will be:
 - Chartering of tonnage
 - Expanding the Tanker Division's chartering activities
 - Working with our customers and brokers
 - Developing projects

Qualifications
 - Some years experience in tanker chartering
 - Ambitious self-starter and ability to work and resolve problems
 - Strong communicating skills
 - Team worker
 - Experienced IT-user
 - Fluency in English

We offer
A flexible working environment in an informal organization with the possibility of influencing and working with internal and external interest groups. In addition, a very exciting and challenging job with the possibility of both independent work and teamwork. With TORM, you will have plenty of scope for personal and professional development. We offer an attractive salary package including pension scheme and healthcare insurance.

More information
Further information regarding the position can be obtained from Vice President Stig Creutzfeldt, Tel: +45 39 17 92 00

Our recruitment partner Heidrick & Struggles is supporting us in this proces. Therefore applications should be send to torm@heidrick.com

Please contact Christine Lieffroy, Heidrick & Struggles at +45 33 37 76 27 with questions regarding your application.

All applicants will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Vacancies: Various positions at SPECTEC Group

Various positions at SPECTEC Group

SPECTEC GROUP is today the largest provider of IT solutions and services in the shipping industry, and is becoming a major player in the oil&gas sector.

Our software AMOS (Asset Management Operating System) is currently installed on well over 6500 ships, and on close to 1000 offshore installations including Production Platforms, Exploration Rigs and Construction Support vessels.

SpecTec operates in 17 countries with 24 offices and 260 full time employees, and the company is enjoying a solid growth in revenue and EBIT.

SpecTec offers a great work environment and a lifetime position for whoever wants it: we are all proud to be SpecTec and we show it in the way we work. But we demand commitment and dedication. Ours is not a 9to5 work ethic.

Due to current commitments and expansion plans, we are looking for a large number of positions in many of our offices worldwide. We welcome people of all nationalities, even if for some countries we are required to employ local individuals or comply with local Visa requirements.

If you think you share our passion, and if you are an IT professional with experience in shipping or oil & gas, or a shipping or oil&gas professional with a passion for IT, please take a look at the Employment section of our web site http://www.spectec.net/

Vacancy: Technical Superintendent in Abu Dhabi

We are a leading Middle East shipping company that owns and manages a fleet of vessels of different types operating Worldwide.

The company operates a fleet of;
• Eight LNG carriers, Two RoRo vessels, Two converted Bulk carriers, One IMO II Chemical / product tanker, and One Molten Sulphur carrier.
• The company is expecting delivery of 15 vessels by the end of 2011.
An opportunity has arisen within the Fleet Division for the following post:

TECHNICAL SUPERINTENDENT

This position will be:
• Reporting to the Technical Manager.
• Provides the required marine engineering and technical knowledge and support to designated ships, ensuring the technical efficiency, cost control and safety of vessels.
• Deputises, as required, the Technical Manager.
• Implements and Coordinates with masters and chief engineers the planned maintenance and dry-docking of ships.

Qualifications, Skills / Competencies
1. Class-I, Motor and/or Steam Certificate of competency.
2. Sufficient experience as Chief Engineer preferably on tankers / gas carriers.
3. Experience in Engineering Superintendent position.
4. Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English & Computer literate.

The company provides competitive package which will commensurate with qualification and experience.
Please mention the post applied for in the subject of your email and apply to:

Human Resources &Administration Manager - Email: aduaejob@gmail.com
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Vacancy: Technical Manager in Abu Dhabi

We are a leading Middle East shipping company that owns and manages a fleet of vessels of different types operating Worldwide.

The company operates a fleet of;
• Eight LNG carriers, Two RoRo vessels, Two converted Bulk carriers, One IMO II Chemical / product tanker, and One Molten Sulphur carrier.
• The company is expecting delivery of 15 vessels by the end of 2011.
An opportunity has arisen within the Fleet Division for the following post:

TECHNICAL MANAGER

This position will be:
• Reporting to the Fleet Division Manager.
• Manages the fleet technical matters, engineering support and services for all the fleet vessels on day-to-day basis.
• Participates in the establishment and maintenance of technical policies, standards and procedures.
Qualifications, Skills / Competencies
• Class-I, Combined Certificate of competency.
• Sufficient shipping experience, including experience as Chief Engineer on LPG / LNG/ Crude carriers and as a senior technical management position ashore with an LNG/Oil Shipping operator.
• Management, leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English & Computer literate.
• Team building / leadership skill of various nationalities.

The company provides competitive package which will commensurate with qualification and experience.
Please mention the post applied for in the subject of your email and apply to:

Human Resources &Administration Manager - Email: aduaejob@gmail.com
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Vacancy: News Editor based in London

News Editor – based London

Shipping is vital to our modern world, and Lloyd’s Register is on a mission to promote safety at sea and the protection of the marine environment. To help us spread that message, we are looking for someone with the vision and ability to develop news that could influence thousands within the shipping industry and beyond. As Lloyd’s Register’s Marine News Editor, you will be responsible for all aspects of producing our Marine Business magazine, Horizons, and managing our online news output.
You will need strong writing and editorial skills from a similar role together with an excellent understanding of, and keen interest in, technical and commercial developments and policy issues in global shipping.

To apply, please go to: marinecareers.lr.org

Services are provided by members of the Lloyd’s Register Group.
Lloyd’s Register is an exempt charity under the UK Charities Act 1993.

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Vacancy: General Manager in Swansea Drydocks

General Manager

Swansea Drydocks Ltd, in Swansea, Wales, has been set up to undertake the business of marine unit and ship repairs, maintenance and recycling. The facility includes two dry docks and a repair berth, and major refurbishments will begin in April 2011.
We are currently seeking a General Manager and Operations Manager to help set up, launch and manage the new facility.
For full job descriptions please email Viv Sloan: viv.sloan@swanseadrydocks.co.uk

If you have any questions, please contact Viv on 07813 707273.
Closing date: 20 February 2011.
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Vacancy: Terminal Manager at Port of Tyne

Terminal Manager

£ COMPETITIVE PACKAGE

Port of Tyne is one of the UK’s largest Trust Ports, with five distinct business areas: conventional and bulk cargo, car terminals, cruise and ferries, logistics and estates. Operating a high security deepwater customs-approved container terminal, with regular feeder connections, integrated warehousing and a fleet of distribution vehicles, the Port’s logistics business offers customers complete supply chain management.

In order to support our future growth plans we are seeking to recruit a Terminal Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage all aspects of container handling operations to ensure an efficient and reliable service to our customers.

Key responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the delivery of the business plan
• Leading and inspiring a multi-skilled team
• Managing performance delivery against approved   budgets and forecasts
• Liaising with existing and potential customers in order   to maximise commercial opportunities
• Managing the efficient use of resources

The successful candidate will have extensive experience of container handling operations, ideally gained within a port or logistics environment. You should have high level negotiating and influencing skills, have the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate a customer-focused approach.

To apply visit www.portoftyne.co.uk/careers or telephone 0191 455 2671 for an application pack.
Closing date for applications: Friday, 18 February 2011
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Vacancy: Harbour Master in Southampton

HARBOUR MASTER Southampton

The Port of Southampton is one of the UK’s busiest and economically important ports playing a major role within the local community. ABP is the harbour, pilotage and VTS authority for Southampton Water and much of the Solent, having a wide range of stakeholders. Safety of navigation, efficiency of vessel movement and protection of the environment are fundamental to these duties.

We are seeking a Harbour Master to ensure that Southampton’s Statutory and Competent Harbour Authority responsibilities are met in full. Specific responsibilities will be the management of Pilotage, Vessel Traffic Services, Berth Allocation, Moorings, Emergency Planning & Response, Pollution Control and the Harbour Patrol service. The successful candidate will also promote and maintain excellent relations with all harbour users and stakeholders and contribute to the senior management team at Southampton, taking a leading role on all marine matters pertaining to the Port of Southampton.

Applicants must hold a Class 1 (Deck Officer) Certificate of Competency and have a proven record of operational management in a marine environment, preferably including command or pilotage experience. A thorough knowledge of maritime legislation is essential as well as experience in the preparation and management of financial budgets, together with excellent communication and presentation skills.

The post carries a competitive salary and offers an excellent employment package including private medical insurance and other large company benefits.

To apply, please telephone Donna Wilkins, Personnel Officer, on 02380 488812 for an application form or alternatively email dwilkins@abports.co.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 25th February 2011
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Vacancy: Ship Manager

Ship Manager

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To have responsibility for the efficient operation of the ships to which he has been assigned and to work as a member of the Ship Management Team operating to Company procedures and best ship management practices whilst giving absolute regard to safety of life at sea and protection of the environment at all times. To fulfil and develop all service delivery requirements of the client, ensuring total client satisfaction at all times.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Planning, controlling and execution of all activities connected with maintenance, repairs, survey and certificate requirements, dry-docking, conversion or modification of assigned vessels in association with projects department.

2. Formulating a dynamic work plan and action list with the vessel's command, to ensure that the vessel is maintained in accordance with the Owner's policy and to receive regular reports as to its progress.

3. Working with other members of the Management Team to co-ordinate all relevant information required for the preparation of the vessel running cost budget. Ensuring that strict cost control on all aspects of vessel expenditure is enforced and taking action where necessary to operate at budget level or to identify where additional expenditure is to the client's long-term benefit and obtain necessary authorisations.

4. Monitoring of vessel performance trends including speed, fuel and lubricating oil consumptions and to take remedial actions where these are outside agreed or expected parameters.

5. Liaison with Crew Manager to ensure high quality crewing maintained on board including appraisals, discipline, conduct and compatability

6. Visiting the vessels at regular intervals and reporting on general condition, repairs and maintenance, crew performance, safety, environmental protection, and any actions required. Discussing with Ship's Command the work plan, running costs, spares and stores and other issues of concern and reporting on same.

7. Providing reports to Owners concerning the management, expenditure and condition of the vessel as per the Management Agreement and, if appropriate, changing operational requirements.

8. Authorising all necessary vessel orders for stores, spares, repairs and survey within limits of authority to ensure that the vessel remains adequately stocked for safe and efficient operation and to obtain the Client's approval for any unbudgeted expenditure.

9. Working closely with the other members of the Fleet Team to ensure that repairs of all reported deficiencies, damages and non-conformities are cleared as quickly as possible.

10. Assisting the Fleet Team in the investigation of Incidents and to establish the root cause and make recommendations to prevent a recurrence. Assisting as required in any emergency response.

11. Preparing any Insurance claims and to liaise with Owners and Underwriters' representatives in processing claims and submissions of allegations.

12. Interviewing and briefing Senior Officers on the work plan and requirements prior to them joining the vessel.

13. Assisting Fleet accountant with all funding /accounts and disbursements

14. Preparation of vessel running budgets in line with survey requirements working closely with vessel management team

15. Liaising with Superintendent (c) and Manning Agency's on all crewing matters as may be required

16. Responsible for dry docking of assigned vessels, ensuring that dry dock specifications are precise and quotations obtained on time and that adequate resources are assigned.

17. Ensuring that dockings are performed as per Company operating regulations, on time \ budget

18. Supervision of staff as directed by the Fleet Manager.

If you would like more information on this role or if you would like to apply please forward your CV to Loren Rich at careers@clydemarineconsultants.com or call Loren on 02380 225454 to speak directly.

You can also apply online at http://www.clydemarineconsultants.com/ and the reference number for this position is CCO2097
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