Operations Executive

Avant Tech
Full-time
On-site

Job Objective:

To manage and coordinate the daily operations of marine logistics services, ensuring timely delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in alignment with company goals. The role covers five core service areas: Marine Vessel Supply, Bunker Supply, STS Operations, Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services, and Barge Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Marine Vessel Supply Services
    Ensure timely deployment of various vessel types, including AHTS, FSIV, PSV, crew boats, security boats, and accommodation barges to support offshore operations. Coordinate round-the-clock crew operations, oversee scheduled vessel maintenance, and ensure 100% compliance with national and international maritime standards. Target: Zero operational downtime and 100% compliance audit rating per quarter.
  2. Bunker Supply
    Supervise high-quality fuel procurement and delivery across ports, maintaining compliance with MARPOL and IMO regulations. Facilitate real-time monitoring and reporting of bunker operations. Target: At least 95% of deliveries meeting quality and compliance benchmarks, and no regulatory fines annually.
  3. Ship-to-Ship (STS) Operations
    Coordinate certified personnel, tugboats, and rigging/unrigging operations for secure and efficient transshipments. Ensure 24/7 operations monitoring and adherence to OCIMF and MARPOL standards. Target: Zero incident reports during STS transfers and 100% certified staff involvement in operations.
  4. Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services
    Facilitate seamless vessel berthing, customs clearance, harbor service documentation, and emergency response coordination. Liaise with relevant authorities to ensure proper documentation and vessel turnaround. Target: Less than 3 hours vessel clearance time and zero documentation errors monthly.
  5. Barge Operations
    Oversee deployment and operations of licensed barges (800MT to 4000MT capacity). Ensure compliance with NPA, NIMASA, and NIWA regulations, and provide bespoke logistics support to clients. Target: 100% regulatory compliance and >90% barge operational uptime monthly.
  6. Client & Stakeholder Engagement
    Maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and regulators to ensure operations meet expectations. Provide weekly updates and promptly address service issues. Target: 100% response rate within 24 hours to client requests and ≥85% client satisfaction rating.
  7. Compliance & Documentation
    Ensure all operational activities comply with regulatory standards. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and internal reviews. Target: 100% documentation accuracy and full regulatory compliance during inspections.
  8. Operational Reporting
    Prepare and submit weekly operational status reports, project milestones, and monthly performance dashboards to management. Target: 100% submission of reports within required timelines.
  9. Team Oversight & Continuous Improvement
    Supervise field personnel and third-party service providers. Recommend and implement operational improvements. Target: At least one efficiency initiative proposed quarterly and improved performance scores across teams.

Requirements

Job Objective:

To manage and coordinate the daily operations of marine logistics services, ensuring timely delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in alignment with company goals. The role covers five core service areas: Marine Vessel Supply, Bunker Supply, STS Operations, Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services, and Barge Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Marine Vessel Supply Services
    Ensure timely deployment of various vessel types, including AHTS, FSIV, PSV, crew boats, security boats, and accommodation barges to support offshore operations. Coordinate round-the-clock crew operations, oversee scheduled vessel maintenance, and ensure 100% compliance with national and international maritime standards. Target: Zero operational downtime and 100% compliance audit rating per quarter.
  2. Bunker Supply
    Supervise high-quality fuel procurement and delivery across ports, maintaining compliance with MARPOL and IMO regulations. Facilitate real-time monitoring and reporting of bunker operations. Target: At least 95% of deliveries meeting quality and compliance benchmarks, and no regulatory fines annually.
  3. Ship-to-Ship (STS) Operations
    Coordinate certified personnel, tugboats, and rigging/unrigging operations for secure and efficient transshipments. Ensure 24/7 operations monitoring and adherence to OCIMF and MARPOL standards. Target: Zero incident reports during STS transfers and 100% certified staff involvement in operations.
  4. Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services
    Facilitate seamless vessel berthing, customs clearance, harbor service documentation, and emergency response coordination. Liaise with relevant authorities to ensure proper documentation and vessel turnaround. Target: Less than 3 hours vessel clearance time and zero documentation errors monthly.
  5. Barge Operations
    Oversee deployment and operations of licensed barges (800MT to 4000MT capacity). Ensure compliance with NPA, NIMASA, and NIWA regulations, and provide bespoke logistics support to clients. Target: 100% regulatory compliance and >90% barge operational uptime monthly.
  6. Client & Stakeholder Engagement
    Maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and regulators to ensure operations meet expectations. Provide weekly updates and promptly address service issues. Target: 100% response rate within 24 hours to client requests and ≥85% client satisfaction rating.
  7. Compliance & Documentation
    Ensure all operational activities comply with regulatory standards. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and internal reviews. Target: 100% documentation accuracy and full regulatory compliance during inspections.
  8. Operational Reporting
    Prepare and submit weekly operational status reports, project milestones, and monthly performance dashboards to management. Target: 100% submission of reports within required timelines.
  9. Team Oversight & Continuous Improvement
    Supervise field personnel and third-party service providers. Recommend and implement operational improvements. Target: At least one efficiency initiative proposed quarterly and improved performance scores across teams.
  10. Minimum of 5 years experience.

Benefits

Salary: 500k Monthly