Oil Operator (Contract)

This is a contract role.

Main Purpose

Commercial petrochemicals operations and trader support. Possibly supporting other product desks in the future. Co-ordinates all aspects of the post-deal trading activity to ensure contract execution runs smoothly. Provide commercial/market information to the trader as necessary. Co-ordinate shipping/logistics in order to effect the trade successfully. Assists in the research of new business opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• At least 3-5 years of olefins and aromatics operations and relevant experience in deep sea vessel operations, STS/lightering operations, barge operations, rail car operations and pipeline scheduling.
• Products knowledge such ethylene, butadiene, crude C4, propylene and raffinate.
• Good knowledge of petrochemicals operations is critical.
• Ability to be flexible and work to deadlines and under pressure
• Management of Supply and Stock – supply planning, progression and forecasting
• Ability to establish good working relationships with relevant counterparties
• Strong communication skills and numeral literacy are very important.
• Analytical and possesses commercial instinct
• Good coordination and planning skills to liaise on tight logistics deadlines

Key Responsibilities      

Plan and forecast supply and stock management of petrochemicals products in Asia Pacific. Liaise with Inspector, agent, ship brokers, trade counterparties, storage terminals and internal department to ensure smooth physical operations. Minimize cost and pursue optimization of operations. Establish good working relationships with counterparties.