Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director, Marine Operations.

General Description:

The Director, Marine Operations will be the focal point to Venture Global (VG) senior leadership providing marine subject matter expert (SME) support and guidance to assist in key strategic decision making. They shall continue to lead, develop and build on the culture of safety and operational excellence across marine operations.

The Director, Marine Operations will be responsible for management of marine assurance program, marine HSSE, marine risk and oversee/support LNG terminal operations and the marine scope of project development across VG assets.

The Director, Marine Operations is expected to add value to VG, provide support to VG staff, contractors, suppliers, and other personnel involved in the provision of safe, reliable and efficient marine terminal operations.

The Director, Marine Operations will provide oversight on federal, local and international regulations, as well as internationally recognized LNG industry guidance and best practice.

This position reports directly to the VP, Commercial Operations at Venture Global and is located principally in Houston, Texas. Frequent travel to the VG LNG facilities, and international travel to support VG assists is considered essential in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Terminal Operations

- Provide SME marine support and advice across VG business, developing and building safe, reliable, efficient and cost-effective marine operations.
- Work with VG terminals on a day-to-day basis, providing support, guidance and oversight. Work with the Marine Supervisor to maintain safe marine terminal operations to manage off-take assurance, minimizing down time and maximizing berth availability.
- Build on the existing marine operations across VG, developing business models that streamline and standardize marine terminal operations across the business to maximise returns.
- Develop and implement VG Marines Operations procedures and policies.
- Work with and support VG to obtain and maintain permits and certification, including dredging permits, USCG inspections, FERC etc.
- Develop, evaluate and execute marine terminal contracts. Support other VG stakeholders, providing SME advice and support where required.
- Marine SME advisor to the VG project team throughout marine terminal project development, including construction and start-up, ensuring readiness for marine operations to first cargo.
- Manage, build and maintain relationships with marine vendors and support services, including marine Pilots, towage, line handing etc. directly involved in supporting VG marine operations.
- Work closely with the Commercial Operations team to schedule LNG tankers at VG LNG terminals, providing oversight on marine operations and any terminal activity which may impact terminal operations.

Marine Assurance, including 3^rd party assurance for Venture Global Ship Management

- Support the marine assurance team with in-depth knowledge and experience of marine assurance, including vetting, terminal compatibility and mooring analysis.
- Manage the vessel clearance process, clearing vessels as per VG’s standards.
- Work with Buyers and Operators to clear nominated vessels, working through issues that may arise impacting off-take assurance.
- Oversee the completion of terminal assurance audits of VG LNG terminals as per OCIMF MTMSA guidelines.
- Oversee the completion of TMSA and MTMSA audits of 3^rd party ship and terminal operations.

Marine HSSE

- As part of the leadership team, build a positive safety culture that promotes learning and sharing.
- Continue to develop marine HSSE process, procedures and policies at VG terminals, working in conjunction with the existing HSSE departments.
- Conduct audits of cargo and marine terminal documentation, highlighting areas for improvement and assist in developing mitigation and training plans where necessary.
- Complete periodic inspections and reviews of marine 3^rd party vendors.
- Support the exercise of local oil spill and security response plans and support the management of any ship / shore interface.

Marine Risk

- Manage marine risk across VG marine terminal operations.
- Maintain the marine risk register.
- Manage marine risk by constantly identifying, monitoring, assessing and mitigating risk.
- Manage risk posed by 3^rd party marine vendors contracted to Venture Global, including all marine services, working with vendors to reduce risk to ALARP.

Ensure policy consistency and develop performance measurement and business improvement particularly to:

- Deliver cost effective, fit for purpose, marine support. Working through issues and problem solving based on best practices, reasonable care standards and due diligence models.
- Operate safely within Federal, State, international standards, regulatory and best practice.
- Support regulatory and environmental compliance
- Work with others stakeholders within the VG operations team in the preparation and presentation of materials and other information on the ‘safety case’ for VG’s proprietary systems
- Assist in reviewing and updating VG marine operations documents
- Be an active member of industry working groups (OCIMF/ SIGTTO)

Qualifications:

Education and Certifications:

Bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering, marine or other relevant technical discipline.

Marine Class 1 Master Certificate of Competency.

Gas Endorsement although not required, are advantageous.

Experience:

Essential

Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience working in marine and terminal operations.
Extensive experience working in the LNG marine industry.
Experience in developing and managing terminal operations.
Extensive experience in managing 3^rd party marine operations, including pilotage, tugs, line handling etc.
Port operational experience and working with multiple Stakeholders.

Advantageous

Pilotage experience although not required,
Work in capital projects, including FEED, construction, commissioning and start-up.
Remote management of direct reports and working with other Stakeholders within the business
Understanding of commercial operations and their relationship with marine terminal operations

Skills:

Strong leadership and administrative abilities are required.
An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment.
Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization, with individuals/groups from different disciplines, industries and governmental agencies.
Able to work with a culturally diverse workforce of technical individuals whose skills cover the range required to operate and maintain the LNG terminal and liquefaction production facilities.
Possess the personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the facility level workers all of whom ensure world class operations.
Organized and be able to manage multiple activities and programs in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy; able to meet deadlines.
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite,.knowledge of Optimoor and MIS Mainstay is advantageous
Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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