Marine Specialist

QatarEnergy LNG; Qatar; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

QatarEnergy LNG is seeking an experienced marine assurance leader to manage compliance, risk assessment and operational readiness for LNG loading facilities. The role requires coordination of terminal audits, provision of expert technical guidance, and active participation in emergency response activities to ensure safe and compliant ship-shore interfaces.

The successful candidate will oversee data-driven assurance programs, develop improvement recommendations, and work with stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or class 1 certificate of competency (Master Mariner) required.
• Knowledge of OCIMF, SIGTTO, IMO and related regulations preferred.
• Experience with LNG shipping and terminal operations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marine assurance frameworks, policies and standards aligned with OCIMF and IMO guidelines.
• Coordinate marine terminal audits and performance reviews to identify gaps and drive improvements.
• Provide specialist marine operational advice to support informed decision-making on vessel loading and operations.
• Maintain vessel and marine assurance databases; monitor KPIs and trends for risk reduction.
• Lead or participate in emergency drills and incident investigations; support crisis management.
• Drive safety, environmental initiatives and continuous improvement in loading operations.

Skills

Marine assurance

Regulatory compliance

Audits and inspections

Risk management

Emergency response leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or class 1 certificate of competency (Master Mariner)

Job description

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• Provide specialized marine technical operational assurance and technical expertise across RLTO & Refining loading facilities, supporting loading assets through expert guidance, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen operational integrity and marine safety performance in alignment with industry best practices and international marine standards. Lead marine assurance, risk management and operational readiness activities covering ship-shore interface, cargo transfer operations and vessel performance to ensure safe, reliable, efficient and compliant marine operations.

Key Job Accountabilities - I

• Develop, implement and continuously improve marine assurance frameworks, policies procedures and standards to align with Company requirements, industry best practices, local, and international maritime regulations, ensuring adherence to Oil Companies international Marine Forum (OCIMF), IMO, Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO), and other regulatory standards while proactively identifying and managing compliance risks.
• Coordinate and conduct marine terminal audits, assessments and performance review of LNG, Common Sulfur Project (CSP), and Liquid Products Berth (LPB) terminals in line with OCIMF Marine Terminal Management and Self-Assessment (MTMSA) and industry guidelines to identify operational performance gaps and develop structured improvement recommendations and enhance marine operational integrity and assurance effectiveness. Review cargo and marine terminal documentation, highlight improvement areas, and implement mitigation and training measures in coordination with asset management to ensure timely execution of audit recommendations.
• Provide specialist marine operational advice, insights and technical recommendations to support informed decision-making, operational alignment, efficient vessel loading actives and effective resolution of marine operational matters.
• Oversee, facilitate and support terminal marine risk governance and data-driven decision-making, maintaining a comprehensive vessel and marine assurance database to monitor vessel performance metrics, operational trends, risk factors, and compliance status. Utilize marine operational analytics to identify trends, evaluate risks, forecast operational vulnerabilities, and recommend preventive measures to strengthen marine operational reliability and resilience. Establish, monitor and report KPIs for marine terminal assurance such as loading performances, spot vessel inspections, MTMSA and operational effectiveness, providing regular progress reports and technical recommendations.
• Advise and promote safety and environmental initiatives compliance, continuous improvement in environmental responsibility and sustainable marine operational practices including JBOG compliance, safe loading operations, and ship-shore interface integrity. Develop, facilitate and maintain a strong marine safety culture through technical guidance, targeted awareness initiatives, procedural enhancements, operational learning, and support for thorough marine-related incident investigations to strengthen operational discipline and risk mitigation.

Key Job Accountabilities - II

• Enhance terminal marine emergency preparedness and incident management by leading emergency drills, developing crisis response strategies, and serving as a key member of the Emergency Response Command team for loading assets. Oversee terminal marine-related incident investigations, conducting technical risk screenings associated with marine activities, onboard vessel events, defects, and ship-shore interface concerns, and recommending mitigation measures and corrective actions to strengthen operational resilience and prevent recurrence.
• Conduct vessel spot inspections related to ship shore interface and in case of any incidents or events and perform operational compatibility studies for Associated Products (AP) vessel with stakeholders to provide assurance of safe vessel operations and readiness. Provide document findings, issue technical observations and performance reports, as required, and monitor closure of identified actions to strengthen marine operational assurance and vessel performance.
• Provide expertise and analytical support for commissioning, expansion, and modification projects involving marine operational readiness reviews and risk evaluations to ensure safe integration of new facilities and infrastructure. Recommend mitigation measures to support safe and efficient operations across RLTO&R loading facilities.
• Contribute to marine competency development, training programs and knowledge sharing initiatives to strengthen operational capability and sustain marine operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or class 1 certificate of competency (Master Mariner).

Knowledge and/or Experience - I

• Master or Chief Engineer experience on a foreign going LNG carrier or oil tanker experience with overall experience of 5 years in a senior rank and 2 years’ experience in marine terminal operations or similar shore-based function.
• Knowledge of oil and gas industry bodies such as OCIMF, SIGTTO, national and international regulations, including those of the classification societies and international marine regulatory authorities.
• Sound knowledge of LNG shipping industry bodies, national and international maritime and shipping regulations.