Marine Superintendent

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Marine Superintendent to join our dynamic team for the MARSA LNG Bunkering Project, a key initiative within Total Energies' energy transition strategy. In this key role, you will oversee the safety and coordination of all marine operations in collaboration with Sohar Port Authority at the terminal and relevant Port Authorities in case of bunkering operations elsewhere.

Your responsibilities will encompass LNG bunkering operations, LNG carriers loading, inspection and follow-up of terminal marine facilities, and providing expert advice on technical aspects related to terminal activities. Additionally, you will be responsible for the logistics entities and warehouse activities.

The job holder is a part of the MARSA LNG Plant team and will report functionally to the MARSA LNG Plant Manager.

The Marine Superintendent will provide technical leadership for marine and logistics operations, ensuring that all objectives are achieved safely, efficiently and in compliance with all applicable rules. This includes overseeing the readiness of facilities, personnel, and procedures to minimize operational risks and support a seamless production. They will ensure that all resources, including well-trained personnel and robust operational procedures, are in place to uphold safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

During the preparation phase of the future operations, the Marine Superintendent will be based in Muscat and act as the Marine Specialist for preparation, implementation and improvement of all marine-related operations (see below scope).

MARSA LNG Operations relies on a lean organization with multi-competencies personnel. This job description is not exhaustive and only highlights the key activities, responsibilities and accountabilities.

Methods & standards:

• Develop local marine & port operating procedures, checklists, and standards including emergency procedures, port regulations, aligning with industry best practices (ISGOTT, SIGTTO, OCIMF compliance).

Marine expertise:

• As future job holder of the below mentioned "Normal Operations Phase" scope, prepare all marine operations related to LNG bunkering and Sohar Jetty operations.
• Provide marine expertise on the technical aspects of safe loading and berthing operations at the terminal and participate in technical discussions with all marine related stakeholders, such as but not limited to Oman Government bodies, Sohar and Muscat Port Authorities, MARSA LNG Team in Sohar, MARSA LNG Commercial Department, ship owners and specialists.

Budget & cost control:

• Participate in the elaboration of the marine and logistics budget issuance and follow the associated costs.

Compliance & assurance:

• Focal point for regulatory compliance and interface with internal and external stakeholders, such as local authorities, partners (OQ and Total Energies) and contractors for documentation.
• Collaborate with the Plant Production and Maintenance team, certification societies, and other stakeholders on compliance matters related to marine facilities, operational controls and vessel certifications.
• Assist during audits of Marine Service Providers, including Port Authorities.

Reporting & continuous improvement:

• Elaborate and implement an adequate method and tools to supervise the technical performance of ship management, the audits and inspections process.
• Prepare periodic technical reports detailing LNG vessel performance.
• Elaborate a method and adequate tools to record and monitor all marine activities, including marine assurance documentation (vetting records, audit reports, incident investigations), safety performance, operational logs, and personnel training.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts across marine activities, aligning processes with company safety, efficiency, and performance goals.

Methods & standards:

• Supervise the revision and implementation of local marine technical policies, standards, and procedures, including port regulations, aligning with industry best practices.

Marine & technical expertise:

• Manage and supervise Bunkering & Loading Masters during all marine activities.
• Manage and supervise all marine operations related to LNG bunker and carrier ships in coordination with SIPC, acting as the key liaison with the Trading/Shipping department.
• Advise the Plant Manager on the technical aspects of safe loading and berthing operations at the terminal and participate in technical discussions with ship owners and specialists to address LNG handling anomalies.
• Focal point for marine related routine operational, security and emergency issues.
• Oversee the technical performance of ship management, conducting audits and inspections and providing recommendations on spot cargo LNG carriers and other vessels as necessary.
• Assist during audit of Marine Service Providers including Port Authorities.
• Collaborate with the Plant Production and Maintenance team,…