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Come realize your full potential here.\nWho We Are\nWe are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.\nWe’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values - safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business - but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do - it’s how we do it - that sets us apart.\nFostering an Inclusive Work Environment\nTo deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.\nJob Summary\nThe Job OpportunityThis role supports the Commercial team which is tasked with optimizing our global equity positions and supporting our Joint Venture projects as well as the global crude marketing portfolio. Commercial team activities include developing new markets to support current and future production, sourcing supplies, originating receiving terminal usage rights and term sales, and trading cargos. Ship Operator core activities include pre-voyage, post voyage, and active voyage management for chartered tankers.\nPosition Summary\nThe Ship Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and commercially optimized execution of Crude & LPG voyages. This role manages the day-to-day operations of time-chartered and spot vessels, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and company policies. The operator serves as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners including shipowners, terminals, brokers, and port agents. This position requires a confident and capable leader who can take ownership of complex operations, make sound decisions under pressure, and guide others with clarity and authority. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to influence outcomes across diverse teams and stakeholders. The ship operator provides technical and commercial marine expertise to all ConocoPhillips business units, operations and projects by evaluating and proposing solutions to commercial marine challenges.\nThe Ship Operator is responsible for the voyage coordination, vessel scheduling, and related commercial activities for the support of tankers for ConocoPhillips worldwide. This position is also responsible for supporting a wide range of marine related projects by utilizing maritime field experience to provide technical expertise to global operations, projects and joint ventures.\nThe role is also accountable for data integrity across voyage systems, emissions and regulatory reporting readiness, and the effective management of claims, agents, and third-party performance.\nPosition Overview\nKey Responsibilities\nVoyage Management\nEnsure successful voyage execution. This includes development & issuance of voyage orders, daily voyage status and reporting, bunker and fuel planning, effective communications with service providers, agent nomination, voyage documentation management, IMOS data integrity, IMOS/Veslink data integrity, timely completion of voyage cost allocations (VCAs), process hire, freight and port cost invoices, capture and allocate off-hire events, voyage file management, incident reporting and monitoring, and Owner performance management\nMaintain accurate voyage costs in IMOS and reconcile transfers to ETRM/ERP with Finance.\nCoordinate with terminals and port agents to manage berthing schedules, cargo documentation, and operational readiness.\nExamine vessel routing based on weather, fuel efficiency, cargo requirements, and geopolitical considerations to ensure safe and cost-effective cargo delivery.\nDevelop and demonstrate in-depth working knowledge of IMOS and related system integrations to ensure accurate voyage planning, execution, and reporting across commercial and operational workflows.\nPlan and execute marine fuel bunkering operations in coordination with suppliers and vessel masters.\nAccountable for crude and performance claims and claim related calculations.\nCollaborate with finance and chartering teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.\nLead laytime calculations and demurrage negotiations; validate SOF integrity, berth/port definitions.\nManage charterparty compliance (NOR validity, speed/consumption, pumping, heating, shifting/ice/interruption clauses), off-hire capture, liquidated damages, and performance claims; coordinate with P&I/H&M/War regarding relevant risks.\nOversee bunker planning and procurement; fuel quality standards, sampling, and fuel quality/quantity claims.\nAgree commercial speed and routing recommendations with the Master/owner, subject to safety requirements to balance TCE, CII targets, and EU ETS cost exposure; utilize AIS/port analytics to forecast congestion and schedule risk.\nMaintain owner and agent performance dashboards with KPIs.\nOperational and Technical Management\nDemonstrate an understanding of the various types of reliquefication systems, containment systems, main engines, ship designs, etc. and be capable of articulating how they impact operational efficiency to a non-technical audience.\nDemonstrate a detailed understanding of the inter-relationships across cargo tank pressure management, fuel consumption at various speed requirements, cool-down & pressure reduction requirements prior to cargo transfer, forced vs. natural boil-off, Gas Combustion Unit usage, and be able to explain in detail how these impact the cost of a voyage as well as providing guidance as to the most efficient operational choices.\nDemonstrate an understanding of ship navigation including, voyage planning, weather routing, Vessel traffic separation schemes, congested areas, High Risk Areas, etc. and be able to explain in detail how these impact the cost of a voyage\nSupport cargo handling procedures including tank preparation, loading, discharge operations, crude oil washing, custody transfer and measurement protocols\nMonitor and report on tank pressures, temperatures, and reliquefication system performance.\nEnsure vessels comply with terminal compatibility requirements and vetting standards.\nMonitor fuel consumption to optimize routing for minimized costs and emissions.\nMonitor terminal-vessel compatibility efforts to ensure completion on time\nSupport hull/propeller performance monitoring and cleaning triggers with owners to protect speed/consumption warranties.\nCompliance & Risk Management\nEnsure adherence to international regulations including IGF Code, IGC Code, MARPOL, and OCIMF standards.\nMaintain awareness of geopolitical and weather-related risks affecting trade routes.\nTo the extent within ConocoPhillips’ control, ensure all voyages meet emissions standards, waste management protocols, and sustainability targets.\nEnsure full alignment with marine assurance requirements, including vetting, terminal compatibility, and adherence to internal and external safety and quality standards.\nEnsure sanctions and trade compliance screening (OFAC/EU/UK) for vessels, counterparties, cargoes, routes; assess deceptive shipping practices (AIS gaps, STS exposure, identity masking).\nExamine operational compliance and EU/UK ETS exposure\nMonitor voyage security risk assessments including routing around HRA, WRAP endorsements, and K&R protocols where applicable.\nManage canal bookings and ice routing per local regulations as appropriate.\nStakeholder Engagement\nInterface with commercial trading desks, charterers, marine assurance, and technical teams.\nDevelop and maintain relationships with Masters, third parties, including terminals, agents, owners and suppliers to ensure ConocoPhillips’ general interests are represented and marine operations activities can be completed with maximum efficiency and minimal disruption\nAccountable for global ships agent program, performance management, accurate funding projections, accurate disbursement account closure, including annual performance and metrics review\nLead vessel performance reviews, validate speed/consumption curves, and collaborate on corrective actions.\nTeamwork, Leadership, and Collaboration\nFoster a collaborative work environment by actively engaging with cross-functional teams including chartering, trading, technical, and assurance groups.\nShare operational insights and lessons learned to improve team performance and voyage execution.\nSupport peers during high-volume periods and contribute to a culture of mutual respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.\nActively participate in onboarding and mentoring of new team members, sharing operational knowledge and best practices to accelerate their development and integration.\nLead by example and provide clear direction, guidance, and support to junior staff and cross-functional partners.\nQualifications\nRequired\n· Bachelor’s degree or higher in Maritime Studies, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).\n· 3 or more years of previous relevant experience as a ship operator\n· Advanced level of knowledge of tanker and LNG carrier systems, cargo handling, and voyage planning.\n· Intermediate level of knowledge in laytime and demurrage calculations\n· Basic level of knowledge with IMOS/Veson, Dataloy, or equivalent systems.\n· Basic level of knowledge of statutory codes and frameworks.\n· Basic level of knowledge with sanctions screening, AIS analytics, maritime security, and canal/ice navigation.\n· Ability to maintain IMOS/Veslink data accuracy and ERP integration.\n· Understanding of IMO DCS, CII, and EU/UK ETS requirements.\n· Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodations) to travel globally 25% of the year.\n· Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodations) to provide 24/7 operational support.\nPreferred\n· 5 or more years of previous relevant experience as a ship operator\n· Seagoing experience as an officer onboard\n· Familiarity with charterparty terms and commercial operations.\n· Proficiency with Veson IMOS (Ops/Claims/Invoicing), Veslink, Q88 and Mainstay systems\n· Strong leadership and coordination skills.\n· Bunker fuel quality management and claims handling.\n· Experience with terminal operations and compatibility assessments.\n· Advanced knowledge of the marine transportation business, including contracting, marine logistics and coordination and demurrage processes\n· Drive innovation and develop robust processes to improve business efficiency\n· Accountability. 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