
Director of Marine Operations
EQT Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Houston • Texas • United States
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About the role
- The Director of Marine Operations will act as a key member of the LNG Trading team.
- Overall responsibility for the development and execution of EQT’s vessel operations capability.
- Development of processes and procedures for effective LNG tanker management – including tanker vetting, vessel communications and cargo quality and customs documentation.
- Serving as Subject Matter Expert for LNG Shipping in EQT’s ETRM Systems implementation.
- Development and management of a team of shipping and cargo operators in line with EQT’s growth in LNG export volumes.
- Operator for initial spot voyages and on a back-up basis once the team is in place.
- Provision of technical and operational expertise during LNG charter procurement.
- Provide support for LNG Trading and Origination functions during long- and short-term LNG contract negotiations.
- Set up and manage relationships with port and customs agencies, pilots associations, tug operators and other groups pertinent to LNG tanker operations at key ports and canals.
- Ensure that operational details of LNG voyages are being correctly captured in the ETRM system.
- Take a leadership role in the negotiation of Omnibus Collaboration Agreements with EQT’s LNG shipowner group.
Requirements
- 10 years of experience working in maritime operations within the energy industry – preferably.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Economics, Business, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of LNG port-call procedures, including customs and export agency regulations.
Benefits
- Selected incumbent will be placed into the position that best suits their abilities and experience level.
- EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- Disabilities/Veterans.
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Hard Skills & Tools
LNG tanker managementtanker vettingcargo quality documentationcustoms documentationLNG charter procurementETRM systems implementationcontract negotiationsmaritime operationsexport agency regulationsport-call procedures
Soft Skills
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