(JD) – Voyage Performance Analyst

Position Title

Voyage Performance Analyst

Location

Chennai (Work from Office)

Role Overview

We are seeking a agile and detail-oriented Voyage Performance Analyst with a strong marine background to support vessel voyage monitoring, performance analysis, and operational optimization. The role involves analyzing vessel performance data, monitoring KPIs, managing voyage efficiency initiatives, and providing fact-based recommendations to improve operational and fuel performance across the fleet.

The ideal candidate will have sailing experience as a 2nd Officer or 3rd Officer on commercial vessels and possess a passion for data analytics, vessel optimization, and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Voyage Performance Monitoring & Analysis

- Monitor vessel voyage performance and operational efficiency through daily and monthly performance reviews.
- Analyze voyage data, fuel consumption trends, weather impacts, speed-performance relationships, and operational KPIs.
- Provide fact-based recommendations to optimize vessel performance, fuel efficiency, and voyage execution.
- Support vessel voyage management by identifying performance deviations and recommending corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain vessel performance reports, dashboards, and analytical insights for internal stakeholders.

Reporting & KPI Management

- Prepare and distribute monthly performance reports and fleet performance summaries.
- Track and report key operational and performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting across vessels and fleets.
- Support benchmarking activities and monitor fleet performance against predefined targets.

Project Management & Operational Support

- Execute performance improvement and optimization projects efficiently.
- Participate in new initiatives related to vessel performance, digitalization, and operational excellence.




- Demonstrate willingness to take ownership of assigned projects and adapt to new challenges.
- Contribute to daily departmental activities and support service delivery requirements.

Stakeholder Management

- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams, vessel crews, customers, and external stakeholders.
- Act as a key point of contact for vessel performance, fuel consumption analysis, and voyage optimization discussions.
- Support customers and operational teams with data-driven insights and reporting requirements.

Technology & Innovation

- Utilize performance monitoring systems, analytical tools, and reporting platforms to drive operational improvements.
- Support data capture, validation, modeling, and visualization activities.
- Stay updated on advancements in maritime digitalization, AI, machine learning, and vessel optimization technologies.

Required Qualifications

Education & Certifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Nautical Science, Maritime Studies, Marine Transportation, or related discipline.
- Valid Second Mate (FG) Certificate of Competency preferred.

Experience

- Minimum 3+ years of sailing experience onboard commercial vessels.
- Sailing experience as 2nd Officer or 3rd Officer.
- Recent rank experience as a Navigating Officer onboard.
- Experience in vessel performance monitoring, voyage management, or marine operations is preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of vessel operations, voyage execution, navigation, and fuel management.
- Knowledge of vessel performance monitoring and optimization practices.
- Experience in data collection, validation, reporting, and performance analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools.
- Familiarity with maritime performance systems and voyage optimization platforms is advantageous.
- Experience with data modeling and performance reporting.
- Exposure to AI/ML applications in maritime operations is a significant advantage.

📌 Senior Analyst – Voyage Performance (Chennai)
🏢 Synergy Marine Group
📍 Chennai