PetroChina International is recruiting a bunker trader to join its commercial team in either London or Rotterdam, as the company seeks to expand its marine fuel trading operations in Europe.

The role, advertised through Petroineos Trading Limited, will focus on trading conventional marine fuels including very-low-sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO), ultra-low-sulphur fuel oil (ULSFO), and high-sulphur fuel oil (HSFO), as well as biofuels. The position is available immediately and requires office-based work five days per week.

According to the job posting, PetroChina International aims to increase its portfolio of sustainable marine fuels, including ISCC-certified biofuels and LNG. The company states it plans to "significantly increase the percentage of non-conventional fuels" in its total traded volume by 2026.

The company also outlined plans to strengthen its presence in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region, where it has launched physical supply operations. It aims to become what it describes as a "top-tier supplier by market share" in the region within 18 months.

Key responsibilities for the bunker trader role include formulating sales strategies, building relationships with ship owners and operators, analysing market trends and competitor activity, coordinating fuel delivery logistics, and managing risks associated with market volatility and credit exposure.

The company is seeking candidates with proven bunker trading experience, an established network of industry contacts, and knowledge of commodity markets and risk management. Understanding of ISM regulations, SFC rules, and financial services activities is preferred.

PetroChina International operates as part of PetroChina, a Fortune 500 entity, and has access to refineries and logistics networks in China, Singapore, Houston, Lavera, and the Middle East. The company states it is investing in trading technology and electronic bunker delivery notes.

The position offers a salary based on experience, plus benefits including private medical insurance, pension contributions, and 25 days annual leave for London-based staff or 28 days for Rotterdam-based staff, in addition to bank holidays. A discretionary performance-related bonus is also available.

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