Unigas International is a well-reputed international shipping company focused on the carriage of liquefied gases on a worldwide basis. Founded in 1969 and supported by long-established family-owned maritime groups, Unigas is a key service provider to the world’s Energy and Chemical Majors, as well as leading Trading Houses across the globe. The Unigas fleet currently consists of 30 vessels and is operated out of offices in Rotterdam, Houston and Hong Kong.

To support our Operations Department at Rotterdam, we are seeking to employ an

Operations Coordinator (M/F)

A great opportunity to join one of the worlds most renowned Gas Tanker operations, with a wealth of experience and insight into the sector. A challenging role, dynamic workload, coupled with a flexible and progressive working environment, we are seeking a highly motivated, innovative and resourceful individual to complement our team in Rotterdam.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your key responsibilities include:

Managing vessels, communicating with captains, port agents, cargo brokers and bunker suppliers. Be the central point for all Operational related shipping matters during the entire voyage which a vessel performs.

Providing voyage instructions and troubleshoot daily challenges as they arise, be a part of the action rather than dealing in hindsight, a calm and supportive communicator who diffuses and builds road maps to solutions.
Planning and ordering of bunker supplies in most efficient opportunity.
Discuss and communicate voyage- and bunker management with overseas colleagues.
Optimizing voyage performance, together with our Optimization- and Chartering departments.
Handling post-fixture administration and (demurrage) claims, including communication with cargo brokers and Charterers.
Take ownership of all Operational matters, support the Optimization, Technical- and Chartering team with opinion and guidance.
Be the voice of calm when dealing with urgent operational matters.
Ensure a positive and constructive environment with the internal and external interfaces.
Be a contributing part of the internal developments and growth on digitalization and optimization.

Your profile

We are looking for the right person and are willing to consider the total candidate rather than set limits of years in certain roles;
We would of course like to see a demonstration of an Operational and/or Commercial training and experience, education in Maritime/Shipping and Transport Studies;
Operational knowledge or working experience is preferred, but not necessarily a must.
Experience with Tanker (Gas) Charter Party forms, terms and conditions is not necessary but a clear bonus;
Possess and demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills;
Independent and decisive, as well as being a strong team player;
Organized, communicative and structured;
Strong administration and recording skills;
Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision;
Excellent communication skills, in both oral and written English (Dutch is a plus);
Self-motivated, responsible and professional, you are structured, analytical and accurate under pressure.

Unigas' offer
We offer a full-time position in a dynamic, commercial environment. Our communication lines are short and informal, allowing you to quickly add value to the team and business. We are offering primary benefits commensurate to the position, your education and experience. They include 14 months’ salary, fully paid pension scheme and discretionary bonus arrangement. Secondary benefits include 26 vacation days, a loyalty scheme and the required company tools.

Interested?
If you are interested in the above position, kindly send your detailed application and resume, in English, to Unigas International B.V., via careers@unigas.nl

Unsolicited offers and follow-up acquisitions are not appreciated.