Trainee
BBC Chartering is one of the world leading companies in transportation of non-containerized goods, head-quartered in Leer, Germany. We operate a diverse fleet of more than 140modern multipurpose vessels with lifting capacities up to 800 mts in 30 offices around the world. We are constantly developing the portfolio of vessels with a substantial new building program where the trend is larger vessels with higher lifting capacity.
We are looking for a Trainee for a 2-year programme in our Singapore Office starting 1st January 2027.
Trainee
If you are a recent graduate with a passion for the maritime industry and an eagerness to embark on a fulfilling journey, we invite you to apply.
Our 24-month Traineeship rotational programme is designed to nurture and develop talents through an accelerated learning and development plan towards becoming a well-rounded Trainee. The programme will provide you with an opportunity to explore your prospects through a broad, yet in-depth exposure to our business with the chance to move into a specialized role within the company’s departments after successful completion of the programme.
You will be part of an international organization. You will participate in hands-on rotational assignments across various departments namely, Technical, Operations and Chartering. This experience will grant you a holistic view of the business and correlations among the different functions. Some of the key functions that you will learn are:
- Understanding the company’s specialization in project and heavy-lift cargo
- Connection between technical department and commercial success (how engineering decisions affect chartering and operations)
- Learning HSEQ Protocols, software tools like Loadplanner, AutoCad, Lashing tool
- Vessel Coordination, port call planning, Laytime calculation
- Co-ordination between ship captains, agents and customers
- Coordinate with the relevant chartering and operations teams to ensure a smooth handover from fixing to operations
- You will be given responsibility of handling actual voyages and shipments under supervision
- Evaluation of cargo inquiries, pricing, negotiation and fixing of cargoes
- Accurate voyage estimates and adaptation to calculation system
- Decarbonization and Fleet Management
Key Requirements:
- Applicant must be a Singaporean or Singapore Permanent Resident
- Diploma/Degree in any field of study - preferably maritime studies
- Fresh graduates may also apply
- Ability to communicate effectively in English language both oral and written
- Work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Pro-active and highly engaged, with the ability to take initiative and develop creative approaches to solutions
- Proficient in computer software applications
- Resourceful, good organizational and interpersonal skills
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.