General Manager – Operations; Bulk

General Fleet Manager – Operations (Bulk)

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Location:

Central London (no hybrid). Start:
Next three months.

Mark Fortnum
mark.fortn

• Marine Operations
  • Ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all vessels under your management, adhering to company policies, international regulations, industry standards, and Charter Party terms.
  • Provide expert advice on navigation, cargo operations, stowage, and mooring to support optimal fleet performance.
  • Guide Masters through Operations Managers, ensuring voyage instructions, Charter Party terms, and any special instructions are clearly communicated and understood.
  • Monitor and drive fleet performance through ongoing assessment, implementation of best practices, and alignment with company objectives.
  • Oversee inspections, ensuring timely and effective responses to regulatory authorities and charterers.
  • Support incident and management response efforts in collaboration with relevant functional teams.
  • Collaborate with crewing teams to ensure that vessels are manned with skilled and well-trained personnel.
• Commercial Operations
  • Work with commercial teams to optimise fleet utilisation and capitalise on market opportunities.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Charterers to enhance reputation and secure future business.
  • Ensure timely receipt of freight and hire payments, resolving disputes or delays in coordination with commercial teams.
  • Analyse market trends and operational data to identify efficiency improvements and revenue opportunities.
  • Contribute to the development of commercial strategies to maximise profitability and fleet performance.
  • Review and approve cost-effective bunker procurement plans.
  • Provide strategic oversight of agency appointments and fee negotiations, ensuring cost efficiency and operational effectiveness.
  • Approve cargo documentation, as needed, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Safety, Compliance, Risk Management and Management of Change
  • Actively promote and enforce the company safety culture and standards aboard all vessels, collaborating closely with QHSSE.
  • Ownership for ensuring that operational activities strictly adhere to the company’s QMS, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Ethical Trading, and Anti-Money Laundering policies and procedures, as well as international maritime regulations, codes, and standards.
  • Manage risk assessments and the Management of Change (MOC) process for navigation, cargo, and operational changes.
  • Develop and refine risk mitigation strategies, incorporating insights from incidents and near misses to enhance fleet safety and resilience.
  • Ensure emergency plans are robust, regularly updated, and tested through scenario-based drills.
  • Monitor and analyse risks across the fleet, providing strategic guidance to minimise exposure.
  • Stay informed of industry regulations and best practices, ensuring fleet procedures are updated and operations align with emerging standards.
• Budget Management and Performance Accountability
  • Oversee operational expenses, ensuring cost efficiency while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
  • Collaborate with General Fleet Managers in technical and crewing functions to align financial and performance objectives for the fleet.
  • Drive the achievement of fleet Outcomes and Key Performance Indicators through effective leadership and teamwork.
  • Analyse fleet performance metrics regularly, addressing gaps and implementing strategies to optimise results.
• Team Management
  • Empower and motivate your team by setting a clear vision for the bulk fleet and effectively communicating goals and expectations.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating integrity and upholding the highest standards of professionalism and productivity.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration and teamwork to achieve organisational objectives.
  • Ensure succession and contingency planning for key roles within your team to maintain operational continuity.
  • Evaluate and develop direct reports, providing ongoing feedback, growth opportunities, and training to maximise their potential.
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