MarcoPolo Bautista
Dubai
Summary
Experienced Husbandry Operations Manager with a proven track record in vessel agency and husbandry operations, port and terminal management, and crew change coordination. Adept at overseeing bulk, breakbulk, general cargo, and RORO vessel operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in managing marine services such as bunkering, freshwater supply, and sludge disposal, alongside import/export documentation and PDA/FDA preparation. Proficient in systems like IMOS (Veson), AFSYS, Dubai Trade, and DP World platforms. Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities, stakeholder management expertise, and a commitment to optimising operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Husbandry Operations Manager
ATH Shipmanagement LTD
10.2023 - Current
- Manage vessel husbandry operations on vessel Port of calls
- Coordinate with vessel owners, managers, charterers, masters, authorities, and service providers.
- Oversee crew changes, immigration formalities, accommodations, and transportation.
- Arrange marine services including bunkering, freshwater supply, sludge disposal, and spare deliveries.
- Review and approve PDA/FDA accounts.
- Ensure compliance with port, customs, and environmental regulations.
- Lead operational teams and maintain strong client relationships.
Senior Operations Executive – Vessel Operations
SHARAF SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
Dubai
12.2019 - 09.2023
- Managed vessel calls for Bulk, Breakbulk, General Cargo, and RORO vessels.
- Coordinated voyage instructions, vessel clearances, berth allocations, and cargo operations.
- Handled EGA vessel operations across UAE ports.
- Maintained voyage data in IMOS and prepared voyage documentation.
- Coordinated with DP World, port authorities, and terminal operators.
- Managed crew changes, bunkering activities, permits, and sailing formalities.
- Dubai, UAE
Senior Documentation Executive
SHARAF SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
Dubai
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed import/export documentation for container and RORO services.
- Processed manifests, Bills of Lading, shipping instructions, and customs documentation.
- Generated MRNs and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated customer notifications and documentation approvals.
- Dubai, UAE
Operations Executive
STAR SHIPPING SERVICES LLC
Dubai
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed container slot sales and customer accounts.
- Achieved weekly booking targets and coordinated cargo approvals.
- Prepared loading summaries and operational reports.
- Controlled container movements and reconciliations using AFSYS.
- Coordinated vessel loading requirements, including DG, Reefer, and OOG cargo.
- Managed operational costing and invoicing.
- Dubai, UAE
Senior Logistics Executive
PIONEER SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
Dubai
03.2011 - 11.2016
- Managed operational reporting, inventory control, and container tracking.
- Conducted demurrage analysis and revenue verification.
- Prepared import/export performance reports.
- Supported AFSYS system improvements and process optimization.
- Performed freight analysis and operational reporting.
- Dubai, UAE
Sales Consultant
MAZDA PHILIPPINES
Batangas City
09.2008 - 10.2010
- Generated sales leads and maintained customer relationships.
- Conducted product presentations and prepared quotations.
- Managed customer follow-up and after-sales support.
- Maintained sales records and performance reports.
- Batangas City, Philippines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business and Computer Management
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Batangas City, Philippines01-2008
Internet Essentials - Basic Web Page Development
Informatics
Batangas City, Philippines01-2002
Skills
- Vessel Agency & Husbandry Operations
- Port & Terminal Operations
- Crew Change Coordination
- Vessel Clearance & Marine Services
- Bulk, Breakbulk & RORO Operations
- Cargo Operations Supervision
- Import & Export Documentation
- PDA/FDA Preparation
- Bunkering Coordination
- Dubai Trade & DP World Systems
- IMOS (Veson) & AFSYS
- Regulatory Compliance
- Customer Relationship Management
- Team Leadership
- Budget & Cost Control
- Stakeholder Management
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
MarcoPolo Bautista
Timeline
Husbandry Operations Manager
ATH Shipmanagement LTD
10.2023 - Current
Senior Operations Executive – Vessel Operations
SHARAF SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
12.2019 - 09.2023
Senior Documentation Executive
SHARAF SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
01.2019 - 11.2019
Operations Executive
STAR SHIPPING SERVICES LLC
11.2016 - 12.2018
Senior Logistics Executive
PIONEER SHIPPING AGENCY LLC
03.2011 - 11.2016
Sales Consultant
MAZDA PHILIPPINES
09.2008 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business and Computer Management
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Internet Essentials - Basic Web Page Development
Informatics