Maritime Vetting & Risk Specialist

Chevron Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Houston seeks a Marine Vetting Specialist to manage day-to-day vessel vetting, risk assessment, and clearance of third-party ships. You will ensure safe, compliant operations and support stakeholders with risk guidance.

The role requires seagoing experience, strong knowledge of MARPOL/SOLAS/ISM/ISPS, and proven ability to work across global teams while prioritizing safety and operational integrity.

Qualifications

• Current or previous seagoing experience as a Deck Officer or Engineering Officer.
• Knowledge of marine regulations and assurance frameworks (MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, MLC, PSC, TMSA, SIRE).
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with independence and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Vet and clear vessels end-to-end within delegated authority.
• Process vessel nominations through PAVIS.
• Apply age, newbuild, post-drydock, and management change guidelines.
• Conduct risk-based assessments using history, PSC, incident history, and compliance data.
• Identify non-conformances and elevate as required.
• Engage ship owners and operators on vetting matters.
• Support internal stakeholders with clearance status and risk advice.
• Review incidents and ensure root-cause analysis.
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Make approved/reject decisions within delegated authority.

Skills

Deck Officer

Engineering Officer

Marine Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree Nautical Science

Class 1 or Class 2 COP

Tools

PAVIS

Job description

Chevron Corporation in Houston seeks a Marine Vetting Specialist to manage day-to-day vessel vetting, risk assessment, and clearance of third-party ships. You will ensure safe, compliant operations and support stakeholders with risk guidance.

The role requires seagoing experience, strong knowledge of MARPOL/SOLAS/ISM/ISPS, and proven ability to work across global teams while prioritizing safety and operational integrity.