COMPANY OVERVIEW
Hanwha Group is one of the largest multi-industry business conglomerates in South Korea, and one of the Fortune Global 500 companies. Hanwha Group operates globally in a diverse range of businesses with $70 billion in combined annual revenue from over 30 countries in the sectors of chemical, petrochemical, renewable energies, aerospace, defense, finance, hotel & resorts, construction, and many others.
Hanwha Shipping Company Vision:
Build and optimize a state-of-the-art, diverse, world class, globally integrated shipping fleet, providing a safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally advantageous service.
Target Vessel Sectors:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:
As Vice President, Fleet Operations, you will lead all operational requirements for Hanwha Shipping and play a pivotal role in supporting the expansion and development of our shipping business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that all contractual obligations arising from charter parties are carried out effectively and that all necessary requirements are complied with
- Key relationship manager and liaison between the firm and 3rd party technical/manning, P&I Club, Classification Society, Flag State, and other maritime constituents
- Understands, informs, and leads the negotiation and selection process of operationally focused service providers and partners
- Communicates effectively with shipbuilding, technical naval design, finance and commercial teams to provide experienced operational input to support the effective commercialization of fleet expansion across LPG, LNG, Crude oil tanker segments
- Design and ensure compliance with operational best practices standards in congress with technical, commercial and HSE teams and as necessary, 3rd party providers across the maritime value chain
- Ensure vessel's compliance with accreditation as reqquired
- Develop and ensure compliance of required policies, procedures and process related to operations of a diverse fleet
- Continuously monitor and improve vessel's operational efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications and Skills:
- Maritime qualifications with seagoing experience in either Deck or Engine department
- Minimum 5 Years of Shore-based experience managing commercial tanker fleets within LNG, LPG, Crude and/or Chemical/Product tanker
- Good command of oral and written English language with familiarity of commercial maritime subject matters
- Deep understanding of maritime contracts and interaction with the fleet across the entire value chain including SBC, Lender covenants, technical agreements, bareboat, time charter, carrier bonds, BDN, B/L's, LOI's, voyage charter parties, agency and towage agreements and any others as needed
- Able to maintain a good working relationship with regulatory bodies, resolve disputes when they arise
- Willing to present on behalf of the firm in a public setting (such as conferences, meetings or committees)
- Digitalization driven with ambition to leverage on suitable technologies to unlock new capabilities for commercial operations
- Resilient under pressure and ability to manage own well-being with consideration for others
- Take personal accountability and pride to ensure timely delivery of commitments
- Impeccable work ethic with exceptional work standards and the desire to learn and grow through experiences
- Ability to identify risk and opportunity in complex operational circumstances
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Master / Captain with demonstrated leadership record
Work Authorization:
The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining Hanwha. This role will not sponsor or help with the sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues can share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.
Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.