Operations Manager

Tanker shipping keeps global supply chains moving. Do you want to be part of making it happen?

Join NORDEN's Tankers team in Singapore and play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of vessels trading across global markets. From coordinating voyages and solving operational challenges to collaborating with customers, owners and crews around the world, you will be at the centre of a lively and fast-moving business where no two days are the same.

You already know what it takes to keep vessels moving. Now, if you are looking to take the next step in your operations career, this is an opportunity to join an established international team and play an important role in optimising the performance of our Tanker Pool.

Why this role?

Operations is where commercial plans become reality. As an Operations Manager, you will manage a portfolio of vessels and ensure that every voyage is executed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.

You will work closely with colleagues across Chartering, Operations and Commercial Management while building relationships with owners, charterers, agents and vessels worldwide. Every decision matter, and your ability to keep operations running smoothly will directly contribute to customer satisfaction and business performance.

We keep it friendly, collaborative, and people focused. A place where your skills are valued and your contributions truly matter.

What you will be doing

You will have the opportunity to:

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of several tanker vessels in the fleet.
• Manage your own defined area of responsibility with focus and accountability.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams, vessels, agents, charterers and owners to ensure smooth voyages.
• Play a key role on a collaborative team focused on providing high-quality service.

What you bring

With an internal collaboration and external goal-oriented mindset and attention to detail, you handle both daily operations and unexpected challenges with ease. You communicate clearly and effectively, whether working with colleagues, vessels or external partners. Further, we are looking for a colleague who:

• Has a minimum of 2 years’ experience in vessel operations ashore.
• Possesses good IT skills and a solid understanding of operational systems and processes; experience
• Has experience with meticulous data entry.
• Can navigate a changing environment in a challenging industry, adjusting to new processes and ways of working while continuously working to improve.

Besides this you are at your best when managing several moving parts at once, remaining structured, detail-oriented and solutions-focused even when deadlines are tight.

Application

Please upload your motivated application, resume and relevant diplomas via our website as soon as possible and no later than 15 August 2026. We review applications and interview candidates on an ongoing basis.

We will do our best to get back to you within ten working days after the application deadline, 15 August 2026.

NORDEN values diversity in thought, educational background and professional competencies and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

Our company

NORDEN is a global provider of oceanbased freight services for bulk and project cargo of all sizes. We integrate freight solutions with port logistics, helping our customers optimise and decarbonise supply chains. We provide tailored solutions based on flexibility, reliability and intelligence.

Our agile business model ensures stability by continuously adapting our fleet to market developments and customer needs.

Founded in 1871, NORDEN is one of Denmark’s oldest internationally operating shipping companies. Incorporated in Denmark, we are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen as part of the OMX Nordic Large Cap index.

With offices across 6 continents, NORDEN is a truly integrated part of global trade.