LNG Vessel Operations Specialist

Company Overview We are the LNG-specialized trading arm of POSCO International Corporation, delivering innovative energy solutions that support a sustainable future for the next century. Job Summary The Vessel Operations Specialist shall lead end-to-end fleet operations for company-owned LNG carriers, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable performance across commercial execution, asset integrity, and lifecycle cost. Responsibilities • Coordinate voyage and cargo operations by managing nominations, updating ETA/ETD, liaising with terminals and agents, and maintaining ship-to-shore communications to ensure smooth operations. • Monitor LNG operational parameters including boil-off, heel, cooldown/warmup readiness, and custody transfer preparation; escalate any deviations promptly. • Prepare and maintain comprehensive operational documentation such as NOR/SOF data packs, terminal checklists, cargo documents, and voyage files to support operational accuracy. • Track and assist in managing operational costs including port charges, canal dues, agency fees, and deviation costs; support invoice verification processes. • Assist in preparing demurrage and despatch data and support claims processing under supervision to optimize financial outcomes. • Collaborate effectively with internal teams (Trading, Risk, Finance) and external stakeholders (terminals, agents, surveyors, ship managers) to ensure operational alignment. • Support compliance activities including vetting submissions, HSSE reporting inputs, and audit evidence collection to maintain regulatory standards. • Ensure adherence to ISM/ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL, and company HSSE policies; promote a strong safety culture and continuous operational improvements. • Lead and coordinate incident response efforts including investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks. • Manage vetting and terminal approvals aligned with SIGTTO standards and oil major/terminal requirements; ensure timely closure of findings. • Provide operational feasibility assessments to traders and chartering teams regarding laycan risks, terminal constraints, routing, and seasonal restrictions to support decision-making. • Own the operational claims strategy and ensure high-quality documentation for demurrage, off-hire, deviation, delay, and performance disputes; coordinate with Legal and Insurance teams. • Oversee operational cost budgets and KPIs; ensure accurate voyage accounting inputs and maintain accrual discipline for financial control. • Manage relationships with external ship managers, port agents, and marine service providers; establish service level agreements and conduct performance reviews. • Coordinate with insurers, P&I clubs, and classification/flag authorities on operational matters to ensure compliance and risk management. • Develop and maintain operational playbooks, checklists, and escalation protocols to enhance controls and audit readiness. Preferred competencies and qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Maritime or a related discipline. • Must have at least 3yrs direct experience of chartering In/Out (Priority) • Shipping operation experience • Cargo operation experience • Optimization of voyage and overall operations (BOG management, Fuel Consumption Management, Voyage management) • Ship Scheduling Operation • Charter/Party experience • Strong analytical skills demonstrated through experience in data analysis.