Fuel Oil Barge Scheduler at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd.

• The Fuel Oil Barge Scheduler is responsible for coordinating the timely and efficient scheduling of the fuel oil deliveries via barge to various ports and clients. The role takes day to day direction from the Black Oil Optimiser and while reporting to the Head of Operations and Shipping.

Key Accountabilities:

• Coordinate and schedule fuel oil barge shipments based on customer demand, operational requirements and vessel availability.
• Work with barge operators, refinery, the back oil time charter, terminal and key stakeholders to ensure accurate delivery of the fuel oil to designated locations.
• Schedule to ensure minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency with the SHEQ and compliance boundaries along with developing emergency response plans.
• Manage deviations, develop mitigations and notify stakeholders of delays and changes while making the necessary changes to scheduling.
• Work with Planning, Optimisation and other stakeholders to ensure an aligned schedule taking into account operational requirements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and records across contracts, delivery schedules, losses / gains  and receipts.
• Maintain records of fuel consumption, delivery service levels and incidents.
• Monitor fuel oil stock levels and coordinate inventory levels across the supply chain to ensure adequate supply for scheduled deliveries per the plan.
• Resolve scheduling conflicts or logistics issues to ensure operational continuity.
• The primary point of deviation management and communication in the events of delays or operational disruption.
• Acts as cover for the Fuel Oil Time Charter Scheduler.

Professional Qualifications & Certifications:

• Degree or diploma in logistics, supply chain management or related field.

Work Experience:

• 2+ years experience in logistics, scheduling  and /or marine transportation.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to works across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of regulations, logistics and maritime practises desirable.
• Ability to work independently while handling multiple tasks and priorities.

Application deadline:

• 11 November 2025