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Hello! I’m Kjell Hagenes Christensen.

Ship Broker from Norway, Bergen.

I like a real challenge and exploring new impulses.
I love, need and thrive in a vibrant and positive working environment.

  • Age: 30
  • Residence: Norway
  • Role: Ship Broker, Odfjell Tankers
  • Address: Skålevikstølen 5A, Loddefjord
  • Phone: +47 482 19 198
  • E-mail: kjell.h.christensen@gmail.com
Experience
2019 - Present
Ship Broker - Odfjell Tankers

Day to day chartering, marketing and employment of vessels within the geographic area.
Contract of Affreightment (CoA) administration (nominations and execution).
Staying fully updated on market activities, trends and fixtures reported within the geographic area.
Stay updated on competitors’ activities, fixtures and CoAs within the geographic area.
Ensure and promote cross-selling.
Exercise close communication and cooperation with Ship Operators.
Active and timely use of all relevant ERP applications.

2018 - 2019
Ship Operator - Odfjell Tankers

Safe and cost-efficient ship operation for vessels allocated.
Monitor operational performance, voyage results, vetting status and ship agent performance and take initiative to improve vessel performance and ensure best practices.
Keep focus on customers.
Obtain knowledge of ship capabilities.
Ensure safe and optimal stowage.
Engage in trade knowledge.
Be hands-on and actively follow-up vessels activities.
Obtain charter party and clause knowledge.
Exercise close communication and cooperation with ship brokers.

2016 - 2018
Chemical Tanker Operator - Simpson Spence Young

My role involves providing professional assistance to both Charterers and Owners, with the ultimate goal of ensuring the best possible voyage, in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the Charter Party. Achieving this requires an objective approach, coupled with a diplomatic skill set, to effectively manage any challenges that may arise.

Given the wide range of cargoes and individual carriage requirements associated with each, my work demands a comprehensive understanding of each product and vessel type. Through my extensive knowledge base, I am able to identify and leverage opportunities that will benefit both Charterers and Owners, while ensuring that all contractual obligations are fulfilled to the highest standard.

2015-2016
Ship Operator - JO Tankers

As a ship operator, my primary objective is to ensure optimal performance on all voyages, while meeting the specific requirements of our customers, and minimizing costs and maximizing income. All of this must be achieved within the strict confines of safety, for the vessel, its crew, the cargo, and the environment.

To achieve these goals, I work tirelessly to oversee and coordinate all aspects of the vessel’s operation, including maintenance, logistics, and personnel management. I leverage my expertise to identify opportunities for improving efficiency and profitability, while always prioritizing the safety and well-being of all stakeholders involved. By adopting a strategic approach to operations management, I strive to deliver results that exceed expectations and establish long-lasting partnerships with customers and stakeholders.

2014-2015
Internship - Milestone Chemical Tankers

Introduction to, inter alia, chartering, charter parties, ship operations of chemical tankers, demurrage and a general way of thinking in a professional shipping office.

2014 - HolbergFondene
Fund Administrator

I registered securities, updated portfolios, and provided customer service in the Fund Administration department. This provided an opportunity to gain experience in finance and asset management. I ensured accuracy in securities registration and portfolio management while prioritizing customer satisfaction. This experience gave me a strong foundation in finance principles.

2011 - 2013
Care Nurse - Hospitalet Betanien

As a caregiver for seniors, I provided nursing, care and activity services, while maintaining a strict schedule and high-quality standards. This role taught me the importance of time management, quality, and empathy.

2008-2010
Lock up Manager - Kiwi AS

I began as a floor assistant, then became a cashier and a lock-up manager responsible for the store’s evening operations, account settlements, and security. This experience taught me valuable skills in customer service, attention to detail, and effective management.

Education
2020 - 2020
Improving Your Business Through a Culture of Health

Embracing a Culture of Health can improve your employees’ well-being as well as the health of your consumers, your communities, and the environment. A Culture of Health can help you to reduce costs, increase revenues and profits, and enhance your company’s reputation. Strengthening your business using the Culture of Health approach will enhance the greater good by promoting well-being—benefiting society, your business and employees, your customers and communities, and you.

Certificate

2020 - 2020
Seth Godin's altMBA - altMBA39, Seth Godin's Akimbo Workshops

The altMBA is an online leadership and management workshop. Over 4,000 hand-picked students from 74+ countries have completed this thirty-day intensive, using live video calls, coaching and extensive group work. Our success has been featured by the Stanford d.school and our philosophy was discussed in a recent article in the MIT Sloan Management Review. Certificate

2014-2015
Master of Science (MSc) International Shipping - University of Plymouth

Dissertation:
“Floating Storage and Regasification Unit – How Its Attractiveness Vary Across Institutions.”  In addition, evaluated and developed a decision-making tool for FSRU investors.

Core Modules
International Trade, Procurement, Logistics and Shipping.
Logistics, Supply Chains, Systems and Methods.
Maritime Finance and Business Modelling.
Port Policy and Management.
Research Skills and Economics for International Supply Chains.
Shipping Finance, Management and Law.

2014-2015
Instituted Chartered Shipbroker - Ship Finance

Shipping Finance takes the guesswork out of fiscal planning, delivering professionally reviewed guidance from both sides of the financing fence. It also examines the all-important debt-equity balance, and Islamic finance options (ICS, 2015).

2011-2014
Business and Administration Bachelor Degree, Economics - Bergen University College

Dissertation:
“Intuitive Decision Making in Recruitment Processes at Sparebank1 SR-Bank.”

Achieved a broad and thorough understanding of all aspects of business, which has provided me with a strong foundation for further specialisation. 

Specialised in leadership and management.

2010-2011
Psychology - University of Tromsø

Learnt the psychological approaches to the study of behaviour and mental processes from a scientific point of view. Furthermore, developed an understanding of explanations of human behaviour.

2006-2009
Fyllingsdalen Videregående skole

High school equivalent to A Level standard.

Design Skills
  • Web Design
    90%
  • Illustrations
    70%
  • Photoshop
    95%
  • Graphic Design
    85%
Interests
  • Family
    100%
    100%
  • Skiing
    90%
    90%
  • Crossfit
    70%
    70%
  • Friends
    100%
    100%
  • Football
    80%
    80%
  • Hunting
    70%
    70%
  • Golf
    25%
    25%
  • Street art
    80%
    80%
  • Philosophy
    65%
    65%
  • Running
    60%
    60%
Languages
  • Norwegian
    Native Language
  • English
    Professional working proficiency
  • French
    Elementary proficiency
Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office
    90%
    90%
  • Microsoft Teams
    90%
    90%
  • IMOS
    85%
    85%
  • ShipNet
    70%
    70%
  • ORCA
    90%
    90%
  • JOStow
    90%
    90%
  • Softship
    80%
    80%
  • PowerBI
    65%
    65%
  • JMP
    50%
    50%
Knowledge
  • Teamwork
  • Chartering
  • Ship Operation
  • Public Speaking
  • International Trade
  • Economics
  • Psychology
  • Ship Finance
  • Management
Interests
Football

Played and coached the local football team. Responsibilities included administrative work, such as insurance, budgeting, travel planning etc. Learnt to be independent and developed leadership skills, both on and off the football pitch.

Skiing

Huge interest in skiing, both cross country and downhill. This challenges me mentally, being able to perform in tough conditions.

Mountain running/hiking

Love to be out running, walking or hunting in the mountain. Enjoying the picturesque landscape in rough terrain.

Contacts info
Phone

+47 482 19 198

Email

kjell.h.christensen@gmail.com

Address

Skålevikstølen 5A

5178 Loddefjord

Bergen, Norway

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