Vessel Operator
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The name Fairwater speaks to our firm and steadfast commitment to partnership, equity, and trust. Position Title: Vessel OperatorReports To: Director of Chartering & Commercial OperationsSchedule: Monday through Friday business hours and additional as requiredLocation: Fairfield, CT.Position Supervised: NoneRequired QualificationsEducationMaritime graduate or Bachelor's degree in Maritime Transportation, Marine Engineering, Logistics, or a related discipline. Or a combination of formal education and equivalent experienceExperienceMinimum of 5-7 years in operations in the chemical tanker market with previous experience managing a chemical operation teamLanguagesEnglishTraitsStrong knowledge of Charter Party terms and conditions. Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks and competing priorities. Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with little supervision. Worked well within a team of other fast-paced individuals. Ability to support operations during and outside of normal office hours.Preferred QualificationsSkills/SoftwareExperience in chartering operations. Time at sea on chemical tankers. Proficiency with Voyage Management Systems (Veson). Technical operations experience in tank cleaning and wall washes. Duties and Responsibilities:This is an exciting opportunity to join an established Jones Act tanker owner/operator in their commercial group. The environment is exciting and fast-paced, and the right candidate can build a solid foundation on the operations and commercial side of the tanker industry. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to leverage their previous time as a chemical tanker operator with the ability to learn and backfill chartering tasks. Duties and responsibilities Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Operational Management-Prepare voyage orders, sailing instructions, and other items to ensure efficient operations-Negotiate and manage tug/agent contracts, purchasing bunkers, and slop vendors-Maintain Voyage Management System (Veson) regularly to ensure accuracy and reliability-Work with charterers to coordinate voyage operations and communications-Monitor the financial performance of voyages and act to improve the same-Review and approve various voyage-related invoices-Provide technical operations experience in tank cleaning and wall washesCommercial & Chartering Activities:-Collaborate with charterers to plan optimal voyage routes, taking into account factors such as weather, cargo specifications, and fuel consumption-Support business development tasks by assisting with the preparation of proposals and quotations-Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions-Assist in monitoring market conditions and assessing their impact on the company's chartering strategies-Help identify and mitigate potential risks associated with chartering activities, including issues related to vessel quality, insurance, and geopolitical factorsCross-Functional Collaboration:-Collaborate closely with operations, chartering, fleet, and accounting departments-Support operations during and outside of normal office hours as requiredEqual Opportunity Employer/Vet/DisabilityFairwater reserves the right to revise or change job descriptions and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled