Oil Accounts - Shipping Specialist

ConocoPhillips; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in oil and gas seeks a Shipping Coordinator to manage terminal operations and ensure cargo shipping is conducted safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience in Shipping or Marine Operations and will be involved in liaising with stakeholders and managing documentation. Opportunities for training and career progression are available.

Qualifications

• Educated to A Level standard, or equivalent vocational qualification.
• Knowledge of Terminal Regulations (Shipping).
• Experience in data analysis and management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for shipping product efficiently and safely.
• Liaise with port authorities and external agencies.
• Manage demurrage claims and prepare cargo documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Effective communication

Workload management

Collaboration

Education

A Level standard or equivalent vocational qualification

Degree in relevant discipline (Finance, Engineering, Economics, Marine/Shipping)

Tools

SAP or equivalent ERP system

Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Welcome to ConocoPhillips, where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.

Who We Are

We are one of the world's largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We're grounded by our SPIRIT Values - safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business - but not at all costs. We believe it's not just what we do - it's how we do it - that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.

Job Summary
Reporting to the S&T Team Leader, the role is responsible for coordinating the activities that will enable Partners and third parties to ship product on tankers and through pipelines efficiently, safely, on time, and at minimal cost. This will involve making crucial decisions and controlling the function of shipping elements of the oil accounting department.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in Shipping or Marine Operations, however internal applications are encouraged as we are willing to provide training and development to the right candidate who is looking to progress to a career within our Oil Accounts function.

Position Overview

Primary Role Objectives

• Administers and co-ordinates enforcement of the Terminal Regulations and Lifting Procedures
• Liaises with European Supply with regards to nominating cargoes
• Liaises with the Port Authorities and external agencies
• Agrees maintenance programmes with operations
• Communicates with ship owners, agents, cargo inspectors, partners and third parties regarding berthing / loading and sailing of vessels
• Acts as focal point for Terminal dredging - Chair meetings with Harbour authority, coordinates dredging programme, review survey data and propose annual budgets to maintain depths
• Scheduling and coordination of all cargo exports from the terminal, preparation of the relevant cargo documentation, ship shore safety information prior to vessel's arrival
• Manage Demurrage claims - Collating complaints, raising requisitions and processing invoices
• Manages decisions as to which berths and storage tanks to be utilised
• Issues written orders providing directives to operational staff (Night Orders)
• Processes Terminal vetting requests via corporate vetting system
• Designated Deputy Port Facility Security Officer (DPFSO) within Port Facility Security Plan
• Ability to act as Loading Master for Terminal
• To act as deputy for Oil Accounts - Allocation Specialist role and rotate into role on agreed rota
• Support S&T Leader with day-to-day activities related to business function
• Interact with internal and external business parties as required
• Active participation in Network of Excellence and Knowledge Sharing

Skills, Experience & Competencies

Basic Requirements:

• Educated to A Level standard, or equivalent vocational qualification at Level 3+
• Knowledge of Terminal Regulations (Shipping)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of SAP or other equivalent ERP system
• Experienced in data analysis and management and constructing and issuing reports
• Ability to demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement and communicate effectively
• Effective workload management, ability to prioritise work during periods of conflicting demands
• Able to collaborate effectively across multi-discipline teams
• Hold a Full UK driving license and drive company vehicles where appropriate

Preferred Requirements:

• Degree in relevant discipline (i.e. Finance, Engineering, Economics, Marine/Shipping)
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Ship Brokers or working towards Chartership
• Experience in a similar role within the Oil and Gas industry or other regulated industry
• Experience in Hydrocarbon loading operations
• Managing Terminal Bulk Stocks, volumes & ability to react to emergent events

Apply By:
July 4, 2025

Sponsorship:
ConocoPhillips' sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:
ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.