Marine Advisor - Project Support

BP•Houston, TX

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Marine Advisor provides subject matter expertise in marine aspects of projects, including technical advice and support concerning operated and third-party vessels, safe cargo delivery, and marine assurance. The role supports projects from early concept through operations, aiming to deliver safe and cost-competitive marine solutions for bp entities across Supply, Trading & Shipping; Production & Operations; Gas & Low Carbon Energy; and Gas and Power Trading International. The candidate must have the right to work in the specified locations. The role provides marine design assurance and oversees nautical interfaces involving navigation, cargo transfer, port authorities, ship/shore interfaces, and mooring for FSRU, FLNG, FSU, and onshore terminals. It engages project teams and external interested parties, contributes to process safety reviews, conducts terminal and contractor assessments, supports LNG trading and commercial matters, and helps build the shipping team's marine-project capability. It also supports compliance with bp policies, standards, and operating management systems, and assists with disputes and claims related to LNG shipping. Travel of up to 25% is expected. Relocation assistance may be negotiable. The position is a hybrid of office and remote working.

Requirements

STCW Class II/2 certification.
Experience as Master or Chief Officer on LNG tankers.
Knowledge of marine ship/shore interfaces, including port and terminal operations for onshore and offshore settings.
Sound knowledge of relevant maritime codes and regulations, industry best practices, and standards.
Operational experience handling liquefied bulk gases.
Ability to analyse and develop proposals and solutions to nautical design and operational problems.
Proven ability to deliver clear, structured technical reports.
Must have the right to work in the locations specified.

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge of applying Metocean data to marine operations.
Understanding of core project management principles.
Participation in ship, terminal, or ship-to-ship transfer operations or assessments.
Involvement in marine project safety assessment and knowledge of risk assessment techniques.
Knowledge of OCIMF Tanker and Marine Terminal Management and Self-Assessment.
Lead Auditor qualification.

Responsibilities

Provide marine design assurance for bp projects.
Oversee marine and nautical interfaces, including navigation, cargo transfer, port authorities, ship/shore interfaces, and mooring for FSRU, FLNG, FSU, and onshore terminals.
Keep abreast of maritime regulations, policies, and industry best practices.
Lead engagement with and influence external interested parties to resolve marine issues across project concept, design, testing, and operations.
Influence project teams and interested parties to adopt safe, efficient, fit-for-purpose marine solutions.
Participate in and support process safety reviews, including HAZID, HAZOP, 3D models, PFD, and P&ID reviews.
Lead capability building for the bp shipping team on marine projects.
Assess and inspect terminal facilities and STS contractors against Vetting & Clearance requirements and relevant standards to confirm suitability for bp use.
Provide technical support to LNG Trading, including ship/shore compatibility assessments and follow-up on shipping contractual matters in LNG sales contracts.
Support origination and trading opportunities, including SPA clause review and input to SPA negotiations.
Provide subject matter expertise for ship-to-ship transfer, tugs, and pilotage activities.
Provide expertise and advice to Vetting & Clearance teams and other internal interested parties as required.
Ensure compliance with bp Group policies and standards, including bp shipping marine standards and Operating Management Systems.
Support LNG trading benches on LNG terminal operations, LNG transfer at terminals, and associated commercial matters requiring technical input.
Assist with dispute resolution and claims associated with LNG shipping matters.