Vessel Operations Associate

**Description**:
**Discover OTG**:
Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) is a leading provider of maritime software solutions. Our foundation is rooted in historic and iconic maritime brands with over 100 years of collective experience, including Seagull, Videotel, Marlins, MTS, Tero Marine, and COMPAS. These brands were founded on the principle of delivering advanced performance through superior technology.

At OTG, we're more than a company; we're a collective of maritime enthusiasts, tech innovators, and visionaries. With a century-long legacy, we have been guiding the industry toward safety and operational excellence. From fleet management to unparalleled learning resources, OTG is shaping the future of maritime solutions and forming strategic alliances with global organizations.

**Our Mission**:
Our mission is clear: to provide comprehensive software and training solutions to diverse organizations in the global maritime sector. Recognizing the maritime industry's global significance, our goal is to empower its professionals by equipping them with the skills and tools to maximize their potential, optimize ship performance, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of marine assets.

To date, we have built a strong network, serving over 1,400 clients, reaching 20,000 vessels, and positively impacting the lives of more than 1,000,000 seafarers. Join us on our journey to make a significant difference in the maritime industry.

Our portfolio includes Learning & Assessment, Fleet Management, and Crew Management, uniting seven iconic maritime brands with over a century of collective experience.

**Why Join OTG’s Crew?**
- **Legacy & Innovation**: A century of maritime prowess meets cutting-edge solutions.
- **Global Impact**: Serving 1,400+ clients, 20,000 vessels, and over a million seafarers.
- **Inclusive Culture**: United by passion, join an impact-driven crew and bask in our inclusive cultural tide.
- **Backed & Bold**: Powered by Private Equity, we're charting a thrilling course to reshape the industry.
- **Growth Aboard**: Sail into opportunities with our culture of continuous learning and internal progression.
- **Tech Meets Maritime**: Dive into a vibrant atmosphere where passion for Maritime and technology merges seamlessly.

**Navigating the Position**:
The** Vessel Operations Associate**plays a critical role in supporting real-time vessel routing and voyage optimization. Operating on a continuous shift schedule, the Analyst provides operational assistance to Routing Specialist’s, contributing to effective route planning, weather routing, and voyage execution within contractual and safety parameters

**Your Voyage Ahead**:

- Key Responsibilities:_
- Support real-time vessel routing and voyage optimization on a 24/7/365 shift basis, ensuring operational, safety, and commercial objectives are met.
- Assist Routing Specialists in providing weather-optimized navigation plans by analysing meteorological data, vessel performance, and operational constraints.
- Conduct regular weather scans to identify areas of potential impact and alert Routing Specialists and Team Leads to enable proactive route optimization and weather avoidance.
- Monitor all client vessels for deviations, anomalies, or unexpected events, and escalate as needed to maintain voyage integrity.
- Update and broadcast Tropical Cyclone (TC) alerts to vessels in the vicinity and provide targeted risk advisories for specific customers as per their operational requirements.
- Maintain and update the Integrated Management System (IMS), including setting Ice Limits, marking No-Go areas, and sharing KML files for permanent restrictions to ensure navigational safety.
- Provide port-specific weather forecasts to vessels approaching their destinations, supporting safe arrival planning and berth scheduling.
- Disseminate NAVAREA warnings and other critical maritime safety messages through internal systems, ensuring timely communication to all relevant vessels.
- Conduct risk assessments and recommend route adjustments based on changing wx conditions, while actively contributing feedback to the Routing Specialist and team leads for continuous improvement of routing processes.
- Key Health & Safety Responsibilities:_
- Always assess the risks and work in a safe manner, robustly implementing health and safety rules, instructions and systems and refuse to undertake work that compromises your safety or health
- Report in a timely manner all incidents including near miss and safety observations (NMSO), accidents and injuries and raise any health and safety concerns with your line manager.

**Recommended to Bring on Board**:

- Prior experience in the shipping or maritime industry, particularly in ship routing or weather routing, is essential
- Experience sailing as a junior deck officer on merchant vessels is a strong advantage.
- Skilled in using Microsoft tools, including Excel and Power BI. Familiarity with other productivity and collaboration tools is a p