Marine Vetting Specialist
The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (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 Marine Vetting Specialist to join the Subsea Marine, Civil & Shipping team. Reporting to the Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru.
This position is a functional member of Chevron Shipping Company’s (CSC) Marine Assurance department.
Marine Assurance department helps internal and external customers meet their marine transport needs safely by managing risks related to third-party vessels and operators.
The Marine Vetting Specialist ensures safe and efficient marine transportation by assessing third-party vessels and operators. Responsibilities include collecting and evaluating vessel, port, and terminal data, applying marine risk management principles, and recommending process improvements. The role involves liaising with internal stakeholders, participating in industry workgroups, and maintaining compliance with international regulations such as MARPOL and SOLAS. Strong analytical skills, familiarity with SIRE systems, and effective communication across global teams are essential. Candidates should demonstrate sound judgement, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while upholding operational excellence and safety standards.
The applicant should have a maritime background and should have sailed onboard as an experienced Senior engineer or deck officer. The applicant should be self-motivated and driven, have demonstrated technical competencies to enhance Chevron Shipping’s Marine Assurance strategies, be open to challenging the status quo and explore use of new tools/ technologies to enhance efficiency, and be willing to collaborate and work effectively with global teams, across different time zones.
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.
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Key responsibilities
Pro-actively collect, evaluate and provide vessel, port and terminal information. Work with internal customers to understand their business needs.
Recommend improvements to guidelines, requirements and procedures to enhance the clearance process.
Participate in industry work groups and develop and maintain industry relationships which facilitate Chevron business.
Ability to apply in-depth broad marine operational knowledge and skilled application of marine risk management principles including the identification of marine risks and safeguards preferred.
Familiarity with industry organizations, practices, rules, and various regulatory conventions such as MARPOL, SOLAS etc. required. Working knowledge of SIRE System preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, peers and customers across disciplines and geographies.
Utilizes and applies operational excellence (OE) Processes to own work activities.
Applies solid risk management judgement and skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments.
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:
Senior licensed deck officer or marine engineer officer [Master, Chief Engineer, Chief officer, First engineer (Second Engineer – India system)] with sailing experience of minimum five years, at least one year as senior officer.
Demonstrated Safety Performance/Managing Safe Work - Utilizes and applies Marine Assurance and Corporate wide OE processes in work activities.
Teamwork - Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse team of co-workers, contractors, and internal and external customers.
Business Acumen - Focuses on critical few priorities that advance the objectives.
Aligning Performance for success - Ability to manage multiple assignments.
Preferred Qualifications:
Sailing experience on LNG vessels.
Familiarity with applicable marine standards and regulations
Data Analytical skills and use of IT systems.
Selection Criteria:
Selection Criteria 1
Deliver Results: proven history in working with stakeholders internal and external in the marine industry in areas such as overseeing safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Selection Criteria 2
Align and Inspire: demonstrated ability to align and inspire stakeholders to consider marine risk in their vessel / operator selections identifying improvement opportunities, developing strategies to close identified gaps and monitoring metrics with a dynamic ability to course adjust to meet changing priorities or other headwinds.
Selection Criteria 3
Build Relationships: track record of building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, the ability to engage effectively through a wide range of stakeholders where the drivers may be different.
Selection Criteria 4
Grow Capabilities: previously demonstrated commitment to personnel development, coaching and mentoring.
Additional Job Description:
Before applying, please ensure you read and understand below guidelines on internal job application. Discuss with your direct supervisor of your intention to apply for the open position taking into consideration the following guidelines:
Employee should have been in the current position for at least 18 months. Current supervisor may waive this requirement.
The open position preferably may not be more than two grades above or below the employee's current job grade
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 business priorities.
Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance.
Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.
diversity, equity & inclusion statement
Chevron values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, genders, cultures, and backgrounds to apply.
Chevron is committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their contribution to our energy future.
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