Senior Dry Bulk Operations (MPP & Heavy Lift)

About the role

A leading international shipping business is expanding its Dubai‑based operations and seeks an experienced professional to manage Multi‑Purpose (MPP) and Heavy Lift vessel operations. The role involves overseeing complex cargo movements and voyage execution from the Dubai office.

Key responsibilities

• Managing day‑to‑day vessel and voyage operations across MPP and Heavy Lift vessels.
• Coordinating vessel nominations, voyage instructions and operational requirements.
• Managing loading and discharge operations, including complex and project cargo movements.
• Coordinating with owners, charterers, brokers, agents, terminals and other counterparties.
• Monitoring vessel performance, schedules and voyage execution.
• Reviewing and managing operational documentation and contractual requirements.
• Supporting freight, hire, port cost and other voyage‑related settlements.
• Managing operational issues and providing timely solutions throughout the voyage.
• Working closely with commercial and chartering teams to ensure effective execution of fixtures.
• Supporting laytime, demurrage, claims and voyage close‑out where required.

Required profile

• 5‑10+ years proven experience within MPP and/or Heavy Lift shipping.
• Strong hands‑on vessel operations experience.
• Exposure to project cargo, breakbulk, heavy lift or complex cargo movements.
• Good understanding of voyage execution and charter party requirements.
• Experience working closely with owners, charterers, brokers, agents and terminals.
• Strong commercial awareness alongside operational capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced international shipping environment.

Required skills

• Managing complex voyages
• Heavy Lift vessel operations
• Loading and discharge operations
• Coordinating multiple stakeholders
• Project cargo movements