Operations Manager at ZIM

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations Management, Vessel Scheduling, Fuel Monitoring, Cargo Coordination, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Microsoft Office, CRM Software, International Shipping Knowledge, Performance Tracking, Voyage Planning, Problem Solving, Bunker Requests, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Description Schedule & Voyage Management - Monitor vessel schedules daily, adjusting for weather and port conditions. - Provide captains with clear instructions on estimated time of arrival (ETA), speed, and fuel consumption. - Create and update voyage plans (pro-formas) and issue weekly sailing instructions or updates when delays exceed 12 hours. Performance & Fuel Monitoring - Track vessel and port performance through voyage reports. - Calculate fuel consumption before and after each voyage to identify trends and maintain records. - Submit bunker (fuel) requests well in advance and forecast monthly/quarterly fuel needs. - Analyze fuel usage and suggest ways to improve efficiency. Cargo & Partner Coordination - Handle special cargo approvals (e.g., oversized or hazardous items) with partners. - Communicate vessel schedules and changes to joint venture partners and relevant stakeholders. - Maintain records of cargo or stevedore-related damages and coordinate with agents, owners, and insurers. Planning & Development - Support line managers in maximizing vessel utilization. - Assist in drafting joint working procedures (JWP) with partners. - Contribute to long-term planning, including ship leasing and operational development. Requirements - Proven experience working with container vessels - In-depth knowledge of international shipping rules and regulations - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint - Fluent in English (spoken, written, and reading) - Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with customers and colleagues at all levels - Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software - Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team - Proficient in written and spoken English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plu

Responsibilities

The Operations Manager is responsible for monitoring vessel schedules, adjusting for weather and port conditions, and providing captains with instructions on ETA and fuel consumption. Additionally, they will track performance, handle cargo approvals, and support long-term planning and operational development.