Marine Nautical Instructor

Marine Nautical (Instructor)

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Centre (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.  As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.

Chevrons vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About The Position

Chevron ENGINE has an exciting opportunity for a Marine Nautical Instructor to join the Subsea Marine & Shipping team. Reporting to the Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru.

The Training Instructor is accountable for managing and delivering high-quality training programs at the training center. This role includes scheduling, documentation standardization, simulator coordination, course development, and vendor liaison. The instructor ensures that training content remains relevant and aligned with fleet and industry standards, while supporting operational and compliance needs.

The instructor is responsible for delivering simulation-based training to maritime professionals. The role combines classroom instruction with hands-on simulator exercises to ensure compliance with international standards and Chevron procedures.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Training Program Management

Develop and maintain the annual training calendar.

Schedule and manage simulator-based training sessions.

Oversee training logistics and help resolve simulator issues.

Course Development & Delivery

Design, update, and deliver courses on navigation, ship handling, collision avoidance, and emergency procedures.

Support development of specialized courses (e.g., Marine Terminals).

Create realistic simulation scenarios and operate marine simulators (bridge, engine room, ECDIS, radar, cargo handling).

Assessment & Competency Management

Assess MAP (Mariner Assessment Program) sessions and trainee performance.

Review and manage mariner critical competencies by rank.

Recommend remediation and training interventions.

Content Review & Continuous Improvement

Revise course content for accuracy, relevance, and regulatory compliance.

Incorporate lessons learned from fleet operations and industry incidents.

Research and evaluate new training requests and provide feasibility reports.

Accreditation & Compliance

Manage training centre accreditation.

Ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations and training standards.

Documentation & Standardization

Standardize and improve training documentation (registration, joining instructions, logistics).

Develop and revise training materials (course frameworks, assessment templates).

Collaborate with internal and external partners to align training delivery.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate with vendors (e.g., MAN, Wärtsilä) for simulator setup and updates.

Work with HR, Finance, and Operations on training costs, PO approvals, and vendor interactions.

Collaboration & Support

Assist fleet teams with remote navigational audits.

Collaborate internally on training, compliance, and operational matters.

About You

We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity, and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this role, applicants should have:

Certification: STCW-compliant Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner preferred).

Experience: Minimum experience as a Sr. Officer in charge of a navigational watch; command experience is highly valued.

Teaching Credentials: Instructor Development Program or equivalent training in instructional techniques.

Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in electronic navigation systems, ECDIS, radar, GPS, bridge procedures, and international regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)

Preferred Qualifications

Sailing Experience: Minimum sailing experience as Master Mariner onboard oil or LNG vessels.

Experience in operating advanced marine simulators and electronic navigation systems (ECDIS, radar, GPS).

Strong communication, time management, and ability to create an engaging learning environment.

What We Can Offer You

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way. 

Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development, and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.

• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.
• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.
• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities.
• Access comprehensive benefits that supports your health, well-being, and work-life balance.
• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.
  
  

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