Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Marine Terminal Advisor located in Houston, Texas through December 2nd at 11:59 PM (Local Time).
The Marine Terminals team is part of the Marine Function and provides support across the enterprise to help business units operate marine terminals safely, reliably, and efficiently. The team supports day-to-day terminal operations and provides operational input into projects throughout their lifecycle, working closely with Marine Assurance and other support organizations.
The Marine Terminal Advisor reports to the Senior Manager, Marine Terminals and works closely with Terminal Operations, HSE, Maintenance & Reliability, Marine Assurance, Commercial teams, and other stakeholders.
The Marine Terminal Advisor supports marine terminal operations to optimize performance and manage operational risks. The role serves as a key point of contact for marine-related interfaces and provides guidance on terminal operations, risk management, regulatory and company requirements, operational readiness, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
- Support compliance with the Marine Terminals Onshore (MTO) Standard.
- Identify risks associated with marine terminal operations and support implementation of appropriate safeguards and improvements.
- Conduct marine terminal inspections to verify compliance with company and industry standards and identify improvement opportunities.
- Support Maintenance & Reliability teams in verifying that berth equipment and critical components are appropriately managed within facility maintenance systems.
- Promote safe and efficient operations across the vessel/terminal interface.
- Support development and delivery of terminal-specific training and safety-critical marine competencies.
- Support Management of Change (MOC) processes for changes affecting terminal equipment, procedures, and operations.
- Support development and continuous improvement of local marine terminal procedures.
- Assist with investigation, tracking, and resolution of marine incidents and near misses, including events occurring at the vessel/terminal interface.
- Support Marine Terminal Reviews and assist with prioritization, tracking, and closure of identified actions and findings.
- Communicate marine terminal risks identified through risk assessments, reviews, and MOC processes to appropriate stakeholders.
- Support terminal management in evaluating vessels identified by Marine Assurance as having potential compliance concerns or violations.
- Partner with terminal management, Commercial, and Legal teams to identify operational efficiencies and opportunities to improve demurrage-related processes.
- Review and maintain Marine Terminal Information System (MTIS) information, including the Marine Terminal Particulars Questionnaire (MTPQ), Terminal Information Booklet (TIB), and Marine Terminal Management and Self Assessment (MTMSA) submissions.
- Maintain and update Terminal Information Booklets based on operational changes, new learnings, incident actions, and other relevant requirements.
- Promote use of the Marine Safety, Reliability and Efficiency Process (MSRE).
- Support appeals and exceptions associated with the MTO Standard.
- Support marine terminal risk assessments, Mooring Equipment Guidelines (MEG) assessments, passing ship criteria assessments, snapback assessments, and other enterprise marine requirements.
- Support engagement and advocacy activities with Pilot Associations, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), Port Authorities, and other external maritime stakeholders.
- Advise terminal management on gaps relative to Chevron marine terminal requirements and applicable maritime industry standards.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing across marine terminals, including communication of incidents, lessons learned, and improvement opportunities.
- Support emergency response planning, marine emergency exercises, and drills.
- Provide marine operational input and support for terminal projects throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide general marine operational and technical advice as required.
Required Qualifications
- Class 1 Certificate of Competency (CoC) in Deck.
- Senior seagoing experience with demonstrated knowledge of marine terminal operations, vessel/terminal interfaces, and marine safety practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of marine operational risk management, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and safe marine operations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across Terminal Operations, HSE, Maintenance & Reliability, Marine Assurance, Commercial teams, and external maritime stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Shore-based experience in marine terminal operations, marine assurance, port operations, or a similar maritime advisory role.
- Experience as a Mooring Master and/or Marine Pilot supporting offshore facilities or marine operations.
- Experience conducting marine terminal inspections, risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC), incident investigations, and terminal assurance or review activities.
- Knowledge of marine terminal standards and industry practices, including OCIMF guidance, Marine Terminal Information System (MTIS), Marine Terminal Management and Self Assessment (MTMSA), and Mooring Equipment Guidelines (MEG).
- Experience supporting marine projects, emergency response activities, terminal procedures, personnel training, and engagement with organizations such as the U.S. Coast Guard, Port Authorities, and Pilot Associations.
Relocation Options
Relocation may be considered within Chevron's parameters.
International Considerations
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Selected candidate will be required to work in the United States. Chevron is not able to offer employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position.
U.S. Regulatory notice:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.
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