Shipping company A.P. Moller-Maersk is seeking to hire a bunker operations manager based in Mumbai, India, according to a LinkedIn job advertisement posted on Thursday.

Maersk, one of the world's largest container shipping lines, operates a global fleet where marine fuel procurement and bunker operations represent a major cost center. The Mumbai-based role places the position in one of South Asia's most significant maritime and commercial hubs, reflecting India's growing importance in global shipping operations and logistics management.

The company indicated it is looking for candidates with experience in liner operations. Specifically, Maersk outlined the following qualifications and attributes:

• Vessel Officer with Top 4 rank experience
• Experience in liner operations
• Attention to detail and strong leadership skills, with the ability to operate in a high-stakes environment requiring rapid decision-making
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to build and maintain relationships would be an added advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze data and identify opportunities for improvement
• A strong safety awareness culture with a continued focus on risk management
• A basic understanding of marine fuel grades would be an added advantage

The full job listing is available on LinkedIn.