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Job Description

Faststream is recruiting on behalf of a leading global energy and commodities business for an experienced Shipping Operator to join its Houston office.

Please note, the right to work in the US is required as no sponsorship is available for this role. 

This is an opportunity to join a highly commercial shipping environment where you will play a key role in the operational management of tanker voyages supporting global trading activities.

The company is one of the most active participants in the international tanker market, chartering a substantial number of vessels each year across crude, clean products, dirty products and specialty cargoes.

Working closely with chartering, trading and cargo operations teams, you will take ownership of the day-to-day operation of tanker voyages from fixture through to completion, ensuring safe, efficient and commercially successful execution.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage pre-fixture and post-fixture tanker operations.
  • Coordinate closely with chartering, trading and cargo operations teams.
  • Monitor vessel performance, speed, consumption and voyage optimization opportunities.
  • Manage bunker planning, port operations and agency appointments.
  • Handle operational claims, disputes and performance-related matters.
  • Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations and company procedures.
  • Maintain accurate voyage records and provide timely operational reporting.
  • Support freight and voyage profitability through proactive operational decision-making.
Requirement
  • Experience operating product tankers, crude tankers or similar vessel types.
  • Strong understanding of voyage operations, charter parties and tanker logistics.
  • Experience working within a shipowner, operator, trading house or energy company environment.
  • Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced commercial environment.
  • Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience handling operational claims, disputes and voyage performance matters.
What's on Offer
  • Highly competitive compensation package, including an industry-leading bonus structure and medical benefits.
  • Opportunity to join a globally recognized energy and shipping business.
  • Exposure to international trading, chartering and commercial shipping activities.
  • A dynamic, fast-paced environment where operators are empowered to make commercial decisions and add real value.
  • Long-term career development within a successful and growing global organization.
If you have a strong tanker operations background and are looking to take the next step in your career within a world-class commercial shipping environment, please apply today or contact Matthew Barwell at Faststream Recruitment for a confidential discussion.