Marine Assurance Director

4520 Marathon Petroleum Logistics Services LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation, based in Findlay, Ohio, seeks a Marine Assurance Director to lead an international team, manage global vessel risk, and ensure MPC standards across operations. The role collaborates with Commercial Marine Operations and Port Captains, drives third‑party relationships, and interfaces with industry groups.

The position requires extensive maritime petroleum experience and leadership capability to safeguard MPC’s global maritime assets and compliance programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years maritime petroleum industry experience required.
• Five (5) years of leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee MPC's Blue Water Marine Assurance program and ensure documents meet regulatory and best-practice standards.
• Direct an international team of maritime professionals to vet vessels, terminals, STS locations and marine service providers.
• Coordinate inspections by tanker, barge and tug contractors worldwide to ensure safety and integrity of assets.
• Provide subject‑matter expert support for marine risk to the MPC/MPLX enterprise.
• Manage assessments of time-chartered operators and follow‑up meetings to address actions.
• Maintain relationships with operators and engage in in-person meetings; represent Marathon with OCIMF committees.

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Part of the MPLX-L&S-Global Marine leadership team, the Marine Assurance Director serves a critical role in identifying and managing risk associated with global fleet operations. This role leads an international team of maritime professionals and contractors to inspect and ensure all vessels meet MPC standards prior to service. In this capacity, there is a sequential and close working relationship with Commercial Marine Operations and local Port Captains. The Marine Assurance Director also manages third party relationships and represents MPC interests with industry groups and committees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overall management of MPC's Blue Water Marine Assurance program and ensures all governing documents are maintained in accordance with operational activities, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Leads an international team of maritime professionals who vet and assess vessels, terminals, Ship-to-Ship (STS) transshipment locations and marine service providers to ensure the safety and integrity of MPC’s global maritime assets.
• Oversees tanker, barge and tug ship inspection contractors conducting inspections globally.
• Provides subject matter expert support for marine risk to the MPC/MPLX enterprise.
• Directs and coordinates assessments of technical operators of time-chartered tankers and barges/tugs and subsequent follow-up meetings.
• Directs analytical review and documentation of corrective actions identified in technical operator assessments, vessel incidents, Port Captain boots-on-deck, pre-hire, and SIRE inspections.
• Maintains relationships with tanker, barge and tug technical operators by providing Marathon terminal feedback on their managed vessels and engagement during in-person meetings.
• Represents Marathon membership with OCIMF by participating in principal committees and associated work groups.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years maritime petroleum industry experience required.
• Five (5) years of leadership experience preferred.

Location: San Antonio, Texas. Additional locations:.

Location Address: 19100 Ridgewood Pkwy.

Education: Employee Group: Full time Employee Subgroup: Regular.

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision‑making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation. Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.