Vacancy in Oslo: Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Key role in commercial operations team
With great ambitions, we need great people!
Klaveness Combinations Carriers (KCC) is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Operations Manager. You will be part of a global team taking part in managing KCC’s world leading innovative fleet of combination carriers.
KCC is owning and operating eight CABU and eight CLEANBU combination carriers with three CABU vessels for delivery in 2026. The company has ambitions to continue growing its business and fleet over the coming years based on its unique commercial, technical and operational know how. KCC’s combination carriers are built for transportation of both wet and dry bulk cargoes, being operated in trades where the vessels efficiently combine dry and wet cargoes with minimum ballast. Through their high utilization and efficiency, the vessels emit up to 40% less CO2 per transported ton compared to standard tanker and dry bulk vessels in current and targeted combination trading patterns.
KCC is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange with offices in Oslo, Dubai, Manila and Singapore. Torvald Klaveness is the majority owner holding 54.7% of the shares. Read more about at www.combinationcarriers.com
The Operations Manager we are seeking will be located at company headquarter in Oslo, reporting to Head of Operations.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the shipping industry and want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, we would like to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the role is to deliver ship operation services of assigned vessels, as well as responsibility for all costs and income, hire payable, and hire receivable - in line with KCC’s strategy and goals, always prioritizing safety, security, environment, and compliance.
End-to-end voyage management on allocated vessels to meet commercial, operational, and decarbonization targets, including planning, execution, optimization, VMS oversight, and performance claims
Manage financial and administrative responsibilities related to voyage execution, including hire payments, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Manage third parties including agents through DA-Desk, ordering of cleaning equipment and chemicals for hold/tank cleaning
Assist Chartering in pre-fixture clearances, vessel clearances, and business development
Optimize switching between dry bulk and tanker mode
Develop personal skills and capability through ongoing training, as provided by the company or third parties subject to company approval
Promote and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, leadership principles, drive the safety culture and represent KCC brand
Qualifications:
Relevant education at college/university level, preferably within maritime, with operational experience from shipping or a similar business. Nautical background at sea is preferred.
At least 3 years’ work experience with tanker operations, familiarity with CPP tanker ops
Genuine interest and understanding of shipping industry rules and regulations, standards and requirements
Good understanding of tanker industry requirements, including Charter Party terms, Bills of Lading, Vetting and clearances.
Experience in handling vessel clearances and/or vessel compatibility
Good understanding and knowledge of IT systems
Personal qualities:
Able to work independently as well as in a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Detailed, organized and structured
Capacity to cope with substantial work responsibilities
Strong ability to solve problems and generate solutions in a timely, transparent and effective manner
We offer a key role in our commercial operations team in an international and progressive company with great ambitions for the future well positioned to deliver cost-effective decarbonization. You will be part of a highly skilled working environment that encourages long term professional and personal growth and with us you will have the opportunity to making a difference in the shipping industry.
The position is based at the Head Office in Oslo, and your workday will involve regular contact with colleagues and stakeholders in and outside of Norway. We are primarily seeking candidates who are currently based in Norway or have a strong connection to Norway.
Questions can be directed to Viesturs Zuika, Head of Operations, phone +971 564 060 800.
If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, please submit your CV and application letter (confirming that you are able to have Oslo as your base) as soon as possible and no later than 10 February 2026.
Torvald Klaveness is a pioneering shipping company with a vision to improve the nature of shipping and a mission to make seaborne supply chains more resilient, decarbonized and cost-effective.
The company consists of a holding structure and three operating companies. Klaveness Holding executes active ownership of the existing portfolio of companies, drives new strategic investments, and manages a portfolio of liquid financial investments.
Klaveness Combination Carriers actively participates in the transition to low-carbon shipping with its unique combination carrier concept. Klaveness Dry Bulk is a leading operator servicing the global dry bulk industry and manages the world’s largest Panamax pool. Klaveness Digital is responsible for the development and commercialization of digital services across all business units, including CargoValue, the world’s leading platform for managing seaborne supply chains, and the portfolio of freight decision support software. It also serves as a hub for innovation to test, validate, and commercialize new ideas.
With 80 years of experience, Klaveness operates approximately 75 vessels through offices in Oslo, Singapore, Manila, Dubai and Tokyo, employing around 155 people.
More information about our company and our activities can be found at www.klaveness.com