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Faststream Recruitment is working with a growing shipping business in Spain that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Tanker Operator to join its commercial operations team.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a tanker operations professional with 5+ years' experience who wants to be part of a modern, dynamic business with genuine scope to develop, travel internationally, and continue building a strong network across the tanker market.
 
The company operates in a fast-moving commercial environment, with exposure across both time charter and spot market desks. The successful candidate will work closely with chartering teams, vessels, brokers, agents, terminals, and clients to ensure smooth and efficient voyage execution.
 
The role:
 
As Senior Tanker Operator, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of tanker vessels from fixture through to completion, ensuring voyages are delivered safely, efficiently, and commercially.
 
Responsibilities will include:
  • Managing tanker voyage operations across time charter and/or spot market activity
  • Liaising with vessels, charterers, brokers, agents, terminals, and internal teams
  • Monitoring vessel performance, bunkers, port calls, delays, and voyage progress
  • Handling operational documentation and ensuring accurate system updates
  • Supporting claims, demurrage, and post-fixture processes where required
  • Using IMOS as part of the daily operational workflow
  • Travelling internationally where needed to support relationships and business growth
The ideal candidate:
 
We are looking to speak with experienced tanker operations professionals who have:
  • 5+ years' experience in tanker operations
  • Previous exposure to time charter and/or spot market desks
  • Strong working knowledge of IMOS
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive, commercially aware, and detail-focused approach
  • An ex-seafarer background would be highly advantageous
This role would suit a hungry and driven individual who wants more than a standard operations desk. You will be joining a growing shipping business where you can take ownership, stay close to the market, and play a visible role in the continued development of the company.
 
For a confidential discussion, please apply today.