Mariner Development Advisor

Chevron; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron ENGINE in Bengaluru is seeking a Mariner Development Advisor to join the Subsea, Civil and Marine Engineering team. You will support mariner development, training coordination, and compliance with company standards.

You will liaise with Fleet Operations and Fleet Personnel Management to drive career progression, onboarding, and performance management, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in maritime operations, personnel management, or career development roles (experience with mariner performance management highly valued).

Responsibilities

• Plan operational exposure for mariners from a development perspective.
• Monitor and guide mariner career progression, identifying officer development gaps and opportunities.
• Provide personnel support, guidance, and coaching on talent profile development.
• Conduct feedback and development calls; provide PMP feedback to mariners and appraisers.
• Maintain and oversee the promotable pool, highlighting personnel for special assignments and proposing dry dock/delivery assignments.
• Facilitate onboarding processes for new and returning mariners.
• Track course and training attendance, prioritize and accelerate ODP attendance.
• Recommend study leave and support job pool identification and PDR processes.
• Manage OPS 16 documentation and workflows, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements.
• Monitor critical competence completion and administer the IDAMP system.
• Track crew sickness, administrative issues, and fit-for-duty status.
• Manage conflict of interest disclosures and Workday DOA limits.
• Act as liaison between mariners, Fleet Operations, and Fleet Personnel Management.
• Notify fleet of upcoming job openings via PDC.
• Collect and synthesize feedback on mariners from ships and shore.
• Participate in mariner interviews and attend Engine Room/Deck MAP sessions as observer.
• Recommend personnel for special assignments and manage visa escalation issues.
• Coordinate disciplinary actions (ROD/PIP) and oversee R&A Award nominations.
• Manage cost and budget control as applicable.
• Manage IT-related tasks relevant to mariner performance and development.

Skills

Maritime operations

Personnel management

Career development

Coaching & feedback

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Job description

Total Number of Openings
1

Mariner Development Advisor

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Centre (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges. As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.

Chevron’s vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever‑cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About the position

Chevron ENGINE has an exciting opportunity for a Mariner Development Advisor to join the Subsea, Civil and Marine Engineering team. Reporting to the Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru.

The Mariner Development Advisor is accountable for supporting the professional development, performance management, and career progression of mariners. This role involves coordinating training, managing feedback loops, facilitating onboarding, and ensuring alignment with organizational standards and compliance requirements. The advisor acts as a liaison between Mariners, Fleet Operations, and the Fleet Personnel Management Department to promote continuous improvement and operational excellence for the Mariners.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key responsibilities

Career Development & Performance Management

• Plan operational exposure for mariners from a development perspective
• Monitor and guide mariner career progression, identifying officer development gaps and opportunities
• Provide personnel support, guidance, and coaching on talent profile development
• Conduct feedback and development calls; provide appraisal and PMP feedback to mariners and appraisers
• Maintain and oversee the promotable pool, highlighting personnel for special assignments and proposing dry dock/delivery assignments

Onboarding & Training Coordination

• Facilitate onboarding processes for new and returning mariners
• Track course and training attendance, prioritize and accelerate ODP (Officer Development Program) attendance
• Recommend study leave and support job pool identification and PDR (Performance Development Review) processes

Compliance & Documentation

• Manage OPS 16 documentation and workflows, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements
• Monitor critical competence completion and administer the IDAMP system
• Track crew sickness, administrative issues, and fit‑for‑duty status
• Manage conflict of interest disclosures and Workday DOA limits

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Act as liaison between mariners, Fleet Operations, and Fleet Personnel Management
• Notify fleet of upcoming job openings via PDC (Personnel Data Centre)
• Collect and synthesize feedback on mariners from ships and shore
• Participate in mariner interviews and attend Engine Room/Deck MAP sessions as observer

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Recommend personnel for special assignments and manage visa escalation issues
• Coordinate disciplinary actions (ROD/PIP) and oversee R&A Award nominations
• Manage cost and budget control as applicable
• Manage IT‑related tasks relevant to mariner performance and development

About you

We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity, and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.

To be considered for this role, applicants should have:

• Minimum 3 years in maritime operations, personnel management, or career development roles (experience with mariner performance management highly valued)

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way.

Have the opportunity to take part in world‑leading energy projects, advance your professional development, and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.

Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.

Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well‑being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.

Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and busines