Location: London, UK or Antwerp, Belgium
Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits package
A truly global company, INEOS is one of the worlds largest chemical companies. INEOS Trading & Shipping is an integrated trading business providing feedstocks, energy and financial risk management. The main emphasis within the Trading & Shipping business is on the safe and reliable delivery of the physical supply and logistical chain, vital for provision of the correct quality and quantity of materials at the right time. In any 24 hour operation, delays and inaccuracies add complication and cost, these need to be minimised where possible. Nowhere is this more important than in the delivery of Feedstocks from the USA to Europe and Far East Asia where INEOS Trading & Shipping is responsible for the operation and optimisation of INEOS fleet of ships and barges.
Job Purpose
The INEOS Marine Assurance Team (IMAS) provides a single point of assurance to the INEOS Global Business network, ensuring maritime safety is the number one priority. As part of the INEOS Marine Assurance Team, and reporting to the Marine Assurance Manager.
The role is responsible for assessing vessels and vessel managers for suitability of use by the INEOS Global Businesses to transport petrochemicals, oils and Liquefied gasses by sea and inland waterways including offshore operations.
IMAS assesses via rigorous processes and procedures, including in house vetting system, SIRE reporting and owner auditing safe working practices, compliance with international regulations, internal policies and standards. The role also provides marine support to INEOS Owned or Operated Terminals, Projects and represents INEOS on appropriate industry Forums or working groups.
The IMAS team provides a 24/7 service as part of the On call rota for Out of Hours vetting, marine incidents and Marine Emergency Response.
Principle Accountabilities
1. The role holder makes the ultimate judgment on vessels suitability for INEOS businesses, based on rigorous assessment processes in line with industry guidance and marine expertise.
2. To effectively manage the risks associated with marine shipping operations the role requires a robust understanding and consistent application of IMAS standards and procedures. Thorough understanding of industry rules, regulations and guidelines including IMO, OCIMF, SIGTTO and PIANC amongst others.
3. Provide direction and support on vetting or marine queries to 17 different INEOS businesses, enhancing their marine operations and to keep vetting users fully informed as assessments progress. Often in the face of significant commercial pressure to meet commercial requirements.
4. Ensure alignment of processes on the daily, weekly vessel and manager specific data event tasks, which leads to prioritisation o