LNG Project Advisor

Exxon Mobil; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical plans

Retirement benefits

Relocation program

Workplace flexibility policy

Job summary

ExxonMobil in Bangalore, Karnataka seeks an experienced LNG Project Advisor to lead marine LNG projects, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and effective cross‑functional collaboration across global teams.

You will coordinate marine LNG activities, guide technical solutions, and oversee audits while maintaining high availability of offshore/onshore LNG interfaces. This senior role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking and cross‑regional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English both written and oral.
• Min 5 years of Technical or Operational LNG vessel/FPSO/FSO management experience.
• Worked on international marine LNG projects or with multinational teams.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, resourceful and solution‑oriented, able to think strategically to design and implement initiatives to create value.
• Experience working across regions and cross‑cultural teams.
• Leadership skills with ability to lead teams.
• Solid comprehension, analytical, evaluation and interpretation skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Team oriented with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for all marine LNG project activities.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate marine LNG project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all LNG project‑specific, marine, and HSE procedures.
• Conduct inspections of marine LNG units and follow up with contractors to ensure close‑out of identified observations.
• Liaise with LNG project vessels/barges and other vessels in the vicinity.
• Provide daily updates on LNG project operations progress and related activities.
• Implement HSE policies and encourage a safe HSE culture.
• Participate in risk assessments and suggest control measures to mitigate marine‑related risks.
• Provide technical and practical LNG marine guidance to senior advisors, contractors, and third parties.
• Conduct periodic audits of LNG marine units to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Technical Solutions – Enable significant GI value capture by leading team of marine LNG operations experts supporting EM affiliates and companies on Marine Operations Integrity, projects, and technical specifications for contracted vessels.
• Lead Global Marine LNG Special Projects related to marine operations and nautical or marine system technical issues.
• Provide technical consultancy and advisory services for LNG marine projects.
• Develop and maintain marine operations philosophies to ensure high availability and regulatory compliance.

Skills

English fluency

LNG project management

Cross-cultural leadership

Strategic thinking

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering/Maritime Studies

Job description

About us

At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net‑zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower‑emissions technologies.

We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.

ExxonMobil’s affiliates in India

ExxonMobil’s affiliates have offices in India in Bengaluru, Mumbai and the National Capital Region.

ExxonMobil’s affiliates in India supporting the Product Solutions business engage in the marketing, sales and distribution of performance as well as specialty products across chemicals and lubricants businesses. The India planning teams are also embedded with global business units for business planning and analytics.

ExxonMobil’s LNG affiliate in India supporting the upstream business provides consultant services for other ExxonMobil upstream affiliates and conducts LNG market‑development activities.

The Global Business Center – Technology Center provides a range of technical and business support services for ExxonMobil’s operations around the globe.

ExxonMobil strives to make a positive contribution to the communities where we operate and its affiliates support a range of education, health and community‑building programs in India. Read more about our Corporate Responsibility Framework.

To know more about ExxonMobil in India, visit ExxonMobil India and the Energy Factor India.

What role you will play in our team

ExxonMobil is seeking an experienced LNG Project advisor to join our global team, driving competitive advantage to our growing fleet.

• To be successful in this role, you must quickly build understanding of our business needs, employee value proposition and be in a position to translate business strategy and objectives into high‑impact actions.
• You will be a strategic, innovative, and a critical thinker who is outcome focused, able to challenge organization paradigms and demonstrated ability to lead transformational change.
• You come with high ambition, high energy, tremendous work‑ethic, and a desire to be part of a winning team.
• If this sounds like you, we want you on the team!
• Responsibilities
  • The LNG Project Advisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating marine LNG projects, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and providing expert advice on marine operations.
  • He/she should have experience and knowledge of upstream LNG and downstream LNG tankers, offshore LNG assets.

Job location is based out of Bangalore, Karnataka.

What you will do

• Act as the primary point of contact for all marine LNG project activities.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate marine LNG project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all LNG project‑specific, marine, and HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) procedures.
• Conduct inspections of marine LNG units (FPSO/FSO/LNGCs) and follow up with contractors to ensure close‑out of identified observations.
• Liaise with LNG project vessels/barges and other vessels in the vicinity.
• Provide daily updates on LNG project operations progress and related activities.
• Implement HSE policies and encourage a safe HSE culture.
• Participate in risk assessments and suggest control measures to mitigate marine‑related risks.
• Provide technical and practical LNG marine guidance to senior advisors, contractors, and third parties.
• Conduct periodic audits of LNG marine units to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Technical Solutions – Enable significant GI value capture by leading team of marine LNG operations experts supporting EM affiliates and companies on Marine Operations Integrity, projects, and technical specifications for contracted vessels.
• Lead Global Marine LNG Special Projects related to marine operations and nautical or marine system technical issues.
• Provide technical consultancy and advisory services for LNG marine projects.
• Develop and maintain marine operations philosophies to ensure high availability and regulatory compliance.

About You

Skills & Qualifications

• Fluency in English both written and oral.
• Minimum of 5 years of Technical or Operational LNG vessel/FPSO/FSO management experience.
• Worked on international marine LNG projects or with multinational teams.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, resourceful and solution‑oriented, able to think strategically to design and implement initiatives to create value.
• Experience working across regions and cross‑cultural teams.
• Leadership skills with ability to lead teams.
• Solid comprehension, analytical, evaluation and interpretation skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Team oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in marine LNG projects or the maritime industry.
• Ability to assimilate.
• Ability to meet priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience with offshore/onshore LNG terminal interfaces and LNG shipboard operations.
• Familiarity with international maritime regulations and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Maritime Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of Technical or Operational LNG vessel/FPSO/FSO management experience.
• Strong knowledge of marine operations, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance and life. We offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical plans, maternity leave and benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Global networking & cross‑functional opportunities
• Annual vacations & holidays
• Day care assistance program
• Training and development program
• Tuition assistance program
• Workplace flexibility policy
• Relocation program
• Transportation facility

Please note benefits may change from time to time without notice, subject to applicable laws. The benefits programs are based on the Company’s eligibility guidelines.

EEO Statement

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability status.