Our client is a global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities. It transforms crude oil into fuels and essential industrial products through highly integrated and technologically advanced operations. The organisation is recognized for its strong HSE culture, operational excellence, and commitment to reducing environmental impact. Joining the company means contributing to complex international projects within a high-performance industrial environment.
Job Description- Act as the appointed Marine Advisor, providing consultancy and technical support during offshore projects, rig moves, and other specialist marine activities.
- Ensure marine operations are conducted safely and in accordance with Company Rules, applicable marine standards, legislation and approved procedures.
- Ensure appropriate planning, selection and vetting of vessels operating.
- Provide marine technical advice to management, Logistics, Drilling, Operations, Projects, HSE and other relevant functions.
- Ensure appropriate marine qualification and competency requirements for personnel involved in management or supervision of marine operations.
- Review marine risk assessments, vessel manning levels, crew qualifications and competencies for planned operations.
- Review procedures for movement or deployment of moorings and anchors of watercraft at offshore sites.
- Provide technical input to marine tenders, contracts, procurement and Scope of Work development.
- Manage and monitor marine contractor and vessel-owner performance.
- Support vessel chartering and ensure safe and optimal utilization of the vessel fleet.
- Ensure marine emergency preparedness and oil spill response arrangements are maintained.
- Promote a strong safety mindset among contractors and subcontractors.
- Support marine HSEQ reporting, audits, incident investigations and continuous improvement.
- Participate in vessel inspections, marine audits and contractor assurance activities.
- Maintain effective relationships with Operations, HSE, Projects, Drilling, Logistics, Inspection and other relevant functions.
- Maintain effective communication with vessel owners, marine contractors, inspection bodies and authorities.
- Education: Master Mariner background or equivalent marine professional qualification, with relevant offshore experience, including: management and supervision of vessel operations, experience with Dynamic Positioning, vessel inspections and audit.
- Knowledge of applicable marine law, maritime regulations and industry standards.
- Experience in the Oil & Gas industry, including offshore operations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external relationships.
- Autonomous, results-oriented, accountable and strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Languages: Fluent English, written and spoken.
Place of work (City & country ) : Baku, Azerbaijan
Working Schedule : 5 days per week, resident
Starting date: ASAP
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Skills Required
- Master Mariner background or equivalent marine professional qualification
- Relevant offshore experience
- Experience managing and supervising vessel operations
- Experience with Dynamic Positioning
- Experience conducting vessel inspections and audits
- Knowledge of applicable marine law, maritime regulations, and industry standards
- Experience in the Oil and Gas industry, including offshore operations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Autonomous, results-oriented, accountable, and strong problem-solving capabilities
- Fluent English, written and spoken
What We Do
IOTA Group is a global leader in workforce deployment and Employer of Record (EOR) services with over 40 years of expertise. Based in Switzerland, the company specializes in recruitment, staffing, and global mobility solutions, providing international integration expertise and tailored project support for complex cross-border deployments, particularly within the energy, oil and gas, and industrial sectors.
