Job Openings at Aldelia Group

Reports to: GM- Supply & Trading

Job Description

• The Trading Operator is responsible for the timely execution and implementation of agreed terms & conditions as per the trader’s deal recap.
• You will be responsible for all operational obligations as stated in the contract and is required to coordinate all service providers involved i.e. inspectors, agents, providers, brokers, vessel owners.
• He/She is also required to negotiate and charter vessels at best competitive rates, terms and conditions.

Job Specifications

• Regularly update the Trading Solution system “ASPECT”, SAP and Trading position with operational information and Cost Estimates.
• Negotiate and Control all Trade Operations related costs
• Ensure all nominations; Voyage Order; Loading/Discharge Orders are sent out timely.
• Monitor Progress of all operations
• Review, negotiate and agree Purchase & Sales contracts are in line with agreed terms as stated in the traders recap and as per Incotems latest issue.
• Add value to the execution of deals by exercising embedded commercial and logistical options via a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Liaise with counterparties to ensure smooth operations that will avoid delays and minimize demurrage costs.
• Liaise with all relevant service providers (Terminals/Vessels/Inspectors/Agents/Brokers) on a regularly basis; ensuring all post deal activities & operational information are passed on in good time, as well as documentary requirements are met
  

Person Specifications

• A good first degree in a relevant field
• At least 2 year Experience in Oil Trading Operations, Ship Operations and related logistics
• Additional relevant certifications will be added advantage
• Good knowledge of International trade and the Incortems
• Good knowledge of Shipping terms
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Forward thinking with natural aptitude for implementing innovative processes
• Proficiency in French will be added advantage.
  

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Job Responsibilities

• Schedule material and equipment purchases and deliveries
• Assess the sustainability and environmental impact of projects
• Ensure projects run smoothly and structures are completed within budget and on time
• Assists the Project Engineer in monitoring progress of construction against the programme, and takes steps to ensure the programme is achieved for the various projects.
• Ensures that the project quality control procedures are used for the Project works and monitors it for improvement.
• Evaluates, selects, and adapts construction management and control techniques, procedures,and criteria to suit job tasks, and devises and implements solutions to problems encountered.
• Ensures that team members/sub-contractors effectively identify, manage and report project risks.
• Understand the aspects of site supervision and construction management of projects.
  

Educational Qualifications

• B.Sc in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an internationally recognized and accredited university.
• Min of 7 - 10 postgraduate years of experience and a minimum of 5 years of similar work experience on large construction projects
• Must be Certified
• Must be highly experienced in Quantity Surveying, BOQ, Bidding & Tendering

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Responsibilities

• Must possess a practical and logical mind and a methodical way of thinking
• Identifying document and coordinating with the construction managers to resolve potential issues.
• Analyzing information, reporting and recommendations
• Quantifying and estimating costs for all proposed variations / change orders.
• Participating in all change order negotiations.
• Preparing, as required, cost estimates for each potential change.
• Generating and processing necessary change order documentation.
• Recommending approval/disapproval of change orders to the senior project manager.
• Reviewing the commercial aspects of proposed contract changes.
• Resolving requests for equitable adjustment, contract disputes and contract claims. -
• Contract interpretation.
• Management of provisional sum expenditures.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering or any related field
• 5- 7 years and above of general construction estimating experience and quantity surveying experience.
• Must be Certified
• Must have capability to extract quantities and create basis for BOQ
• Must have technical civil engineering skills