Senior Operator, Aviation Fuel Operations

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Main Responsabilities:

Day-to-Day Operations:

• Execute and oversee the day-to-day operations for aviation fuel deals generated by the trading team.

• Adhere to terms stipulated by traders to ensure accurate and efficient execution of contracts.

• Provide coverage for colleagues during vacation/illness as per Team Leader requirements.

Communication and Point of Contact:

• Act as a point of contact for internal and external issues or disputes for the team.

• Participate in regular team meetings to address operational issues, resolving or escalating them to the Team Leader when necessary.

Team Leadership and Mentorship:

• Maintain a positive work environment within the team.

• Serve as a role model and mentor for team members, fostering a collaborative and learning-oriented atmosphere.

• Assist in the training and development of apprentices and graduates.

Commodity Knowledge:

• Demonstrate superior knowledge of multiple commodities, particularly aviation fuels, including Kerosene, Naphtha, and JET.

• Understand the components and specifications of these commodities, with expertise in Jet A1, DEFSTAN, and ASTM standards.

• Knowledge of sustainable aviation fuel standards desirable.

Logistics and Operations Expertise:

• Manage complex logistics in the aviation fuel sector, interacting with ports/terminals, agents, cargo inspectors, and other stakeholders.

• Optimize trader strategies by utilizing knowledge of product movement and relationships with external parties.

• Resolve and communicate any transport issues that arise with traders, accounting for the dynamics of delivery and supply.

Contractual Risk Management:

• Train the team to develop and interpret complex contracts, understanding financial exposures between purchase and sales contracts.

• Review contract drafts received from third parties or generated by the company's Contracts department.

• Identify and highlight discrepancies to the Contracts team within one working day of receipt.

New Business Implementation:

• Assess risk in non-standard contracts and implement new regions and/or long-term tenders.

• Review and coordinate the implementation of resources, providing advice to the Team Leader.

Learning and Development:

• Prepare and present training and development materials, teaching others and facilitating learning.

• Assess and recommend training needs for individuals in coordination with the Team Leader.

• Cross-train across different operations roles and desks.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Assist in the monitoring of activities in new markets, identifying areas requiring compliance review and escalating promptly.

• Identify any non-compliance with the company's processes, procedures, and compliance policy.

Reporting and Issue Management:

• Concisely and promptly escalate operational issues to the Team Leader and/or Regional Operations Manager.

• Provide clear weekly summaries of all operational issues and record issues within one working day of identification.

• Participate in audits, responding to audit requests in a timely fashion.

Stakeholder Management:

• Establish and maintain good working relationships with appropriate industry peers and third-party service providers.

• Work closely with key stakeholders including Country Operations Manager, Regional Operations Manager, Bench Traders, Book Leader, and other internal departments.

Systems and Process Improvement:

• Follow the System Management Policy, escalating IT improvement suggestions in writing to the Team Leader.

• Participate in in house ETRM Development and Testing, reporting issues that pose a challenge to the desk or operations.

Financial Management:

• Review desk cost accruals, ensuring proper costs are booked against each trade and storage facility in line with Group Cost Management policy.

• Manage aged debts (cargo and non-cargo) in line with procedures.

Health, Safety, Environment, and Crisis Response:

• Ensure the desk adopts and implements HSEC policies.

• Learn and observe during periods of Crisis Response, serving as interim Deputy or other TL/Regional Head as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

• Proactively identify and report absent or outdated business processes or procedures.

• Drive business change where failings are identified, and improvements are implemented.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• Proven track record in aviation fuel operations and logistics.

• Proven experience as a team player with coordination, negotiation, and creative problem-solving skills.

• Superior knowledge of multiple commodities, with a focus on aviation fuels, including Kerosene, Naphtha, and JET, along with associated storage, blending, inspection procedures, and regulatory compliance.

• Expertise in cargo shipment procedures, transport laws, and vessel cargo operations, optimizing trader strategies.

• Experience in assessing risk in non-standard contracts and implementing new regions or tenders.

• Strong understanding of incoterms, oil major GT&Cs, and the ability to review and interpret complex contracts.

• Experience in vessel cargo operations, contract management, and risk assessment.

• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

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