Eastern Pacific Shipping

Position	Location	Date Posted	Application deadline
Executive (Operations), Containers	Singapore	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Superintendent (HSE)	London	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Superintendent (Operations)	Singapore	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Superintendent (Operations)	London	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Accounts Executive (Payables), Crew Accounts	Singapore	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Superintendent (Technical)	London	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Superintendent (Technical)	Singapore	March 16, 2023	April 16, 2023	READ MORE
Chartering Officer - Tankers	London	February 23, 2023	March 23, 2023	READ MORE
Chartering Officer/Manager - Gas Carriers	London	February 23, 2023	March 23, 2023	READ MORE

Executive (Operations), Containers

Location

Singapore

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERALL SUMMARY

The function is responsible for fulfilling the Charter Party requirements of the time charter/Voyage fixtures (as applicable), maintaining our reputation as a ‘Shipper of Choice’ and customer satisfaction while keeping Owner / Manager related expenses within acceptable levels. A good knowledge of Charter party terms and conditions is mandatory.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Read all messages pertaining to individual vessels and alert Superintendent/Manager Operations, Chartering Officers, Technical, Disbursement/Billing Coordinator and Insurance & Claims Department of matters that warrant their attention

3.2 Attend to all operational related queries / issues from internal and external customers/contractors.

3.3 Monitor Port Movements. Update Danaos ops module, Voyage file, Voyage Manager and Position list.

3.4 Plan, coordinate and monitor the pre-fixture and post fixtures requirements of the time charter fixtures:-

Pre-fixture
Assist Operation Superintendents/Manager and Chartering Officers to:
- Prepare vessel description/Questionnaires
- Issue delivery instructions
- Prepare vessel for bunkering
- Arranging Bunker/Condition survey

Post-fixtures
- Review fixture recap and study Charter Party and Rider clauses.
- Amend Base Charter Party as per Recap & file the updated one.
- Prepare Charter Party highlights for the Master.
- Executing the T/C as per Charter Party
- Cargo – OOG / DG approval in consultation with Superintendent/Manager.
- Monitor Sailing Reports and highlight to Superintendent/Manager if any issues/areas of concerns are cited.
- Attending to requests and queries from Charterers/Brokers/vessels/Third parties.
- Maintain Voyage file electronically. – Danaos
- Monitor voyage performance – bunker consumption as per CP.
- Follow with vessels / Charterers for stevedore damages
- Handling of cargo, break-bulk, OOG issues, reefer malfunctions.
- Monitoring weather routing programs for optimal voyage planning and warn Masters as necessary.
- Liaise with brokers / agents for voyage information.
- Evaluation, Comparison, negotiation and appointment of local agents & Bunker/Condition Survey Company.

3.5 Plan, coordinate and monitor the 3 phases of time charter (pre-time charter, during time charter and prior completion of time charter):-

Pre Time Charter
- Send charter party to Master at the earliest possible.
- Ensure delivery notices are served on time
- Provide Sailing instructions to the Master, where applicable.

During Time Charter
- Obtain necessary LOI(s) when required.
- Negotiate and appoint agent for husbandry matters.
- Coordinate communication between parties involved in charterer.
- Ensure Time Charter hire is billed promptly.
- Prepare invoice for Charterer’s expense and bill them promptly.
- Archiving of all messages pertaining to Operations during the Charter starting from Pre-Time Charter duration until Completion of time Charter.
- Send charter party to Master at the earliest possible.
- Prepare Off hire/deviation statement, if any off hire/deviation during the Charter

Prior Completion of Time Charter
- Ensure redelivery notices are received in time.
- Arranging Bunker/Condition survey

3.6 Other duties as specified below:

Arrange weather routing when confirmed by Operations Superintendent/Manager.
Liaise with Technical Department for technical attendance/survey and for all technical queries.
Liaise with Insurance & Claims Department for AWRP / Breach in INC / Claims etc when applicable.
Liaise with Security PIC when vessels require armed guards for HRA transit / or stowaway searches.
Appoint as and when required the following functions: Sea Pilots, Bunker Surveyors, Cargo Surveyors.
Crosscheck accuracy of updated port console by the Disbursement.
Other duties as required by Superintendent/Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Diploma holder and above
1-2 years relevant working experience and preferably 1 year of sailing stint onboard vessel
Those without the relevant experience will be engaged as Management Trainee during probation

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Basic IT knowledge, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Email
Good communication skills – spoken and written English
Ability to work under pressure
Team work and be time sensitive

All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the chosen candidate, depending on experience.

Qualified candidate may send their CV along with salary expectations to cv@epshipping.com.sg

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SUBMIT YOUR CV

Superintendent (HSE)

Location

London

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERALL SUMMARY

The function is to support the Sustainability, Quality and Vetting (SQV) department in all health, safety, and environmental matters onboard vessels.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reviewing, monitoring and administering Company Sustainability Goals and Targets.
Monitoring, reviewing and analyzing Environmental data (both shipboard as well as in the office) and assisting in improving environmental performance.
Providing support to the vessel regarding queries raised on SQV activities.
Reviewing Company and Vessel External Audit Reports (QHSE, Green Award) and responding to identified deficiencies or non-conformities.
Conducting Shipboard and Office Quality Management System Internal Audits.
Assisting the incident investigation team in carrying out incident investigation.
Preparing and publishing SQV activities related newsletter, bulletins.
Preparing and Reviewing various ships plans (e.g., SOPEP/ SMPEP, SSP, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:
• 2nd Officer or 2nd Assistant Engineer with at least 2 years in rank experience and holding senior rank Certificate of Competency; or
• 1-year experience at support-management level in the Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) department of a shipping company
• Possess a Ship Security Officer Training Certification

Preferred requirements:
• Chief Officer or 1st Assistant Engineer with at least 1 year in rank experience (optional senior rank Certificate of Competency); or
• 2-year experience at support or middle management level in the QHSE department of a shipping company
• Possess a Ship Security Officer Training Certification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Use of MS Office Applications
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Gas Tanker experience preferred.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the chosen candidate, depending on experience.

Qualified candidate may send their CV along with salary expectations to cv@epshipping.com.sg

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SUBMIT YOUR CV

Superintendent (Operations)

Location

Singapore

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERALL SUMMARY

The function is to manage the marine operations activities of vessels to achieve a safe & efficient carriage of cargoes, consistent with:
(i) our customer satisfaction and
(ii) our responsibilities towards the health and safety well-being of our ship staff and the environment

3. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Sea Worthiness Fulfillment

Comply with terminal and port rules and regulations and other marine industry mandatory rules & regulations.
Advice and assist Master in the preparation for Terminal Inspections.

3.2 Pre Fixture Operations

Support Chartering on request for vessel information for purpose of fixtures
Fill in the chartering questionnaires and confirm Master’s calculated loadable

3.3 Post Fixture Operations

Charterer Requirements
- Provide Master with advice and confirm agreement / compliance with regards to the operational terms of the Charter Party.

Voyage Readiness Preparation
- Review and approve where necessary supply of bunkers stemmed by bunker team or Charter’s to ensure there is sufficiency of bunkers to perform the voyage (in addition to fresh water); arrange de-slopping if required
- Responsible for ensuring vessel’s readiness to load the nominated cargo. To give tank cleaning advice to the Master in this regard

Voyage Performance Monitoring
- Monitor vessel progress during voyage, including warranted quantities to optimize stow plan, weather, speed, bunker consumptions, heating requirements, and final discharge
- Ensure that the time-chartered vessels comply with C/P requirements and warranties

Navigation / Voyage Support
- Arrange weather routing advice for vessels as and when necessary
- Assist the Masters with selecting the most appropriate routing for the voyage, in compliance with the CP
- Review load and discharge plans for all spot & time-chartered vessels (if necessary)
- Evaluate and negotiate with the agents and approval of proforma disbursement

Communication & Customer Relationship Management
- Alert Manager regarding of operational problems being encountered by the vessel during the voyage and update the progress of the voyage as necessary.
- Assist the Masters with selecting the most appropriate routing for the voyage, in compliance with the CP.
- Provide timely advice to Charterers on vessel’s movements for customer satisfaction
- Attend to customer’s complaints and feedback promptly.

3.4 Port research

Research, study and review new and sensitive ports / terminals. Communicate port information to vessels, if necessary.

3.5 Accounting and Cost Control

Ensure proper accounting of costs involved in the conduct of the voyage.
Ensure disbursement (both voyage and owners) are properly accounted and funded.

3.6 Performance & People Management

Monitor, review and analyze vessel performance and follow up with under- performing ships.
Manage, coach, and motivate Operation Executive / Senior Executive / Specialist / Senior Specialist to perform on the job.
Conduct operations briefing in office (when assigned) for Senior Officers before they join vessels.

3.7 Operation Expertise Consultancy

Assist to address and verify gaps as highlighted in NCR, inspections with special attention to MOC / Charterer requirements.
Plan, attend and report findings pertaining to routine inspection / audit assignments to vessel.

3.8 Coordinate with HSEV with regards to any implementation of quality, health, safety and environmental initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate of Competency (Master Class 1)
• 6 months command experience on relevant type of tankers or 3 years’ experience as a Chief mate on relevant type of tankers or 2 years’ shore experience as a Superintendent handling relevant type of tankers.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good negotiation skills
• Incident / Investigation and reports making ability
• Sire / Navigation audits skills

All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the chosen candidate, depending on experience.

Qualified candidate may send their CV along with salary expectations to cv@epshipping.com.sg

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SUBMIT YOUR CV

Superintendent (Operations)

Location

London

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERALL SUMMARY

The function is to manage the marine operations activities of vessels to achieve a safe & efficient carriage of cargoes, consistent with:
(i) Our customer satisfaction and
(ii) Our responsibilities towards the health and safety well-being of our ship staff and the environment.
(iii) Acting as alternate DPA and CSO

3. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Sea Worthiness Fulfillment

Comply with terminal and port rules and regulations and other marine industry mandatory rules & regulations.
Advice and assist Master in the preparation of Terminal/Charterer’s/3rd party Inspections.

3.2 Pre Fixture Operations

Support Chartering on request, for vessel information for the purpose of clearance and compliance.
Fill in the chartering questionnaires and confirm Master’s calculations.
Ensure TCD’s are accurately filled in basis the status.

3.3 Post Fixture Operations

Charterer Requirements
- Provide Master with advice and confirm agreement / compliance with regards to the operational terms of the Charter Party.

Voyage Readiness Preparation
- Review and approve where necessary supply of bunkers stemmed by bunker team or Charter’s to ensure there is sufficiency of bunkers [Primary &/or Alternate] to perform the voyage (in addition to fresh water).
- Responsible for ensuring vessel’s readiness to load/discharge the nominated & planned stowage

Voyage Performance Monitoring
- Monitor vessel progress during voyage, including warranted quantities to optimize stow plan, Monitor lashings and such equipment onboard for its adequateness, weather, speed, bunker consumptions,
- Ensure that the time-chartered vessels comply with C/P requirements and warranties.

Navigation / Voyage Support
- Arrange weather routing advice for vessels as and when necessary.
- Assist the Masters with selecting the most appropriate routing for the voyage, in compliance with the CP.
- Review the stow and container/PCTC load/discharge sequence (if & when necessary).
- Evaluate and negotiate with the agents and approval of proforma disbursement.

Communication & Customer Relationship Management
- Alert Manager regarding of operational problems being encountered by the vessel during the voyage and update the progress of the voyage as necessary.
- Assist the Masters with selecting the most appropriate routing for the voyage, in compliance with the CP.
- Provide timely advice to Charterers on vessel’s movements for customer satisfaction.
- Attend to customer’s complaints and feedback promptly.

3.4 Port research

Research, study and review new and sensitive ports / terminals. Communicate port information to vessels, if necessary.

3.5 Accounting and Cost Control

Ensure proper accounting of costs involved in the conduct of the voyage.
Ensure disbursement (both voyage and owners) are properly accounted and funded.

3.6 Performance & People Management

Monitor, review and analyze vessel performance and follow up with under- performing ships.
Manage, coach, and motivate Operation Executive / Senior Executive / Specialist / Senior Specialist to perform on the job.
Conduct operations briefing in office (when assigned) for Senior Officers before they join vessels.

3.7 Operation Expertise Consultancy

Assist to address and verify gaps as highlighted in NCR, inspections with special attention to Liner trade / Charterer requirements.
Plan, attend, and report findings pertaining to routine inspection / audit assignments to vessel.

3.8 Coordinate with HSEV with regards to any implementation of quality, health, safety and environmental initiatives.

3.9 Assist with preparation of incident reports amongst other reports and assist with fleet broadcasts and monitoring progress of the broadcasts as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate of Competency (Master Class 1)
• 6 months command experience on Containers / PCTC or 3 years’ experience as a Chief mate on PCTCs / Container vessels or 2 years’ shore experience as a Superintendent handling Containers/PCTCs.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Fluent in written and spoken English, numerate and knowledge of shipping terms
• Good negotiation skills
• Incident / Investigation and reports making ability.
• Good communication skills and accuracy in expression and ability to work well under pressure.
• Specialized knowledge of the following is preferred:

Charter party terms and of agency networks.
Familiarity with different trade routes
Navigation/Safety audit ability
Trending and making reports on statistics.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the chosen candidate, depending on experience.

Qualified candidate may send their CV along with salary expectations to cv@epshipping.com.sg

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SUBMIT YOUR CV

Accounts Executive (Payables), Crew Accounts

Location

Singapore

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERALL SUMMARY

The function is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Crew Accounts Section and reports to the Account Manager in the following areas:
• Attending to vessels’ emails on Crew Accounts Matters
• Compilation of monthly crew allotment summary
• Administer crew loan and repayment
• Processing of monthly portage bill and master cash report
• Radio Accounts
• Pension for crew
• Field Staffs and New Building costs

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Review and process monthly ships’ accounts for the vessels assigned and export the monthly portage bills.
• Review, control allotment bank details and process monthly allotment for the vessels assigned.
• Assist in Cash to Master arrangement.
• Conduct Master’s briefing for the assigned vessels on ships accounts reporting.
• Update of Department Records Matrix, OJT plan where change is effected.
• Reporting:

o Compile monthly Victualling & Slopchest report.
o Compile monthly Port Representation report for review

• Administration of Special wages / Special allotment
• Process Radio Invoices for Approval and forward to Accounts to prepare journal entries and payment.
• Calculation of pension claims and arranging pension redemption payment
• Prepare journal entries for Field Staffs and New Building costs
• Perform any other duties as and when assigned by superior

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum GCE “A” Level with knowledge of accounting
• 2-3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the shipping industry

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good interpersonal and communication skills – spoken and written English
• A team player who is hands-on and meticulous in his/her work and can deliver within tight deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office in particular MS Excel application
• Working knowledge of Oracle Fusion will be advantageous

All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the chosen candidate, depending on experience.

Qualified candidate may send their CV along with salary expectations to cv@epshipping.com.sg

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

SUBMIT YOUR CV

Superintendent (Technical)

Location

London

Date Posted

March 16, 2023

Application Deadline

April 16, 2023

OVERVIEW

The function is to provide technical, management and consultancy expertise and support to ensure vessel fully comply with Class / Flag State / Major Oil Company requirements, attain sea worthiness for commercial deployment and to maintain our reputation as ‘Shipper of Choice’ in the industry.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Class and Flag State requirements fulfillment
• Plan & monitor requirements for Class and Flag State Survey to ensure all certificates are valid.

3.2 Maintenance and Repair
• Attend to repair(s) of vessel and troubleshoot by providing technical expertise consultancy.
• Monitor and manage Plan Maintenance Scheme (PMS) / Worklist for vessels.

3.3 Drydocking of vessel
• Plan and review drydocking requirements / specifications and costing.
• Assist in supervision of drydocking and monitor performance in terms of cost, quality and schedule.
• Evaluate the drydocking for lessons learnt and closure of invoices with Technical Executive / Specialist.

3.4 Store / spare requisition
• Evaluate store / spare requisitions and recommend for approvals by Fleet Technical Manager / Fleet Manager or Fleet General Manager / Technical Director.

3.5 Performance Management
• Monitor, review and analyze running / drydock cost, bunker, lub oil (L.O.) consumption and provide report / recommendation to Fleet Technical Manager / Fleet Manager or Fleet General Manager.
• Manage, monitor and review under-performing ships.
• NCR

3.6 Technical Expertise Consultancy
• Assist to address and verify defects as stated in NCR with special attention to MOC (where applicable) / Class / Charterer requirements.
• Propose or review draft specification for new building / conversion / alternation to vessel for compliance to Class / Statutory requirements.
• Plan and attend to routine inspection and audit of vessels and reporting.
• Sale and Purchase Inspection.
• Taking over of vessels.

3.7 Coordinate with MSQV in approving hotwork permit and initiatives implementation onboard vessels.

3.8 People Management
• Coach and motivate Executive (Technical Services – Procurement) to perform on the job.
• Oversee the welfare and management of ship staff in partnership with Fleet Personnel Department. This includes:

o Briefing and debriefing of Masters, Chief Engineers and other senior officers
o Conducting performance appraisals of Masters, Chief Engineers and other senior officers• Lead, develop and coach assigned Senior Officers on all matters (safety, technical, cost leadership).

3.9 Any other duties as assigned by Superiors.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate of Competency (Class I) / Chief Engineer Foreign Going
• Min 2 years’ experience as Superintendent in other companies OR
• An ex-company employee with minimum 6 months as a Chief Engineer sailing onboard company vessel
• Minimum 5 Years of Tanker experience is mandatory for Tanker Fleets.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good negotiation skills.
• Good people management skills. Past experience in staff reviews and monitoring of KPIs is required.
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Independent and resourceful,
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadline