Chevron Oil & Gas Job Vacancy : Supervisor- Safety & Security, August 2009

Job Title: Supervisor- Safety & Security
Requisition Number: 031013190
Job is available in these cities: Belle Chasse, Louisiana, USA

Overview of Position: Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies with subsidiaries that conduct business across the globe. The company’s success is driven by the ingenuity and commitment of approximately 59,000 employees who operate across the energy spectrum.

Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and other energy products and services; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of the future, including biofuels and other renewables. Chevron is based in San Ramon, California.

Chevron Oronite Company LLC, Chevron Corporation’s wholly-owned chemical subsidiary, is accepting online applications for the position of Safety and Security Supervisor located in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, outside of New Orleans through August 18, 2009.

Overview:

Chevron Oronite is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of specialty chemical additives for the fuels and lubricants industries. The Oak Point chemical plant in Belle Chasse is Chevron Oronite’s largest manufacturing facility.
Position Details: Key Job Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

# Oversees all safety, security and emergency response functions for the plant, which includes an average workforce of 400 employees and 150 contractors.
# Supervises 2-3 employees, manages a contract security force of 10-12 people, and directs all facets of the facility security plan.
# Leads creation , implementation and improvement of all plant-wide safety and security initiatives such as Hurricane Preparedness, Behavioral Based Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Lock Out / Tag Out, Job Safety Analysis, Pre Start-up Safety Reviews, Incident Investigation and Reporting, Emergency Response Team (ERT), Emergency Operating Center (EOC), and safety recognition / award program.
# Provides advice and counsel to all levels in the organization concerning compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, standards and company policies related to safety and security, including Chevron’s risk management system.
# Manages the ERT and conducts emergency response and EOC training.
# Develops and updates emergency response procedures, including all training, fire fighting and hazmat mobile equipment, maintains installed firefighting equipment.
# Manages contractor prequalification safety process and on-site audits.
# Evaluates general contractor safety training and site-specific training administered through the local Safety Council.
# Actively involved in Process Safety Management (PSM) activities.
# Acts as leader and management sponsor of Hazard Communication, Incident Investigation & Reporting. Leader of the Management Environmental, Health and Safety Committee and the Union/Management safety committee; supports various plant safety teams.
# Acts as an advisor to global Oronite facilities in Brazil, Singapore and France.
# Is a member of the Plant Leadership Team.
# Manages Oak Point representation on community committees such as the local emergency planning committee and the Greater New Orleans Industrial Educational Council.
# Maintains alliances with other local area safety and emergency response teams, local community fire departments, local governments. Interfaces with Coast Guard, as a regulating entity of facility.
# Assumes responsibility for direct reports’ Performance Management Process (PMP).
# Manages the Safety Newsletter process” with full ownership from the conception to distribution.

This is a safety sensitive position.

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

# Minimum 10 years related safety experience working in a petrochemical / refinery or chemical manufacturing facility.
# Minimum 5 years related safety experience in a supervisory / management role.
# Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and other safety regulations.
# Demonstrated supervision and leadership skills.
# Demonstrated strategic thinking, influencing, problem solving and decision-making skills.
# Demonstrated experience in dealing with diverse work groups, and resolution of difficult and sensitive issues.
# Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and service internal customers.
# Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
# Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Power Point).
# Must possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be able to obtain one within the first 6 months of employment.
# Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

# Bachelor Degree in a related discipline.
# Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and other related safety credentials.
# Experience working with a represented workforce.

Relocation Options:

# Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

# Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

For More Information just go to : careers.chevron.com

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Chevron Oil & Gas Job Vacancy : Third Assistant Engineer, August 2009

Job Title: Third Assistant Engineer
Requisition Number: 030413132
Job is available in these cities: San Ramon, California, USA

Overview of Position: Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading energy companies. Headquartered in San Ramon, California, and conducting business in approximately 180 countries, the company is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industry, including exploration and production; refining, marketing and transportation; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.

Chevron USA - Marine periodically has job openings for the position of Third Assistant Engineer located on one of their US Flag fleet of vessels. This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be considered as vacancies occur.

Overview:

Applicants must hold a current United States Coast Guard License (Motor and Gas Turbine vessels of any horsepower), Merchant Mariner Document, STCW 95 Certificate, passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and Tankerman PIC-DL endorsement. (Note – In order to complete the necessary sea time for engine officer certification; the Tankerman PIC may be waived for a licensed engineer’s initial tour of duty.)

The general guideline for vessel assignment length is 90 days for licensed officers. Vacation will accrue at 30 days for each 30 days of work.

Pre-employment screening consists of:

• Physical examination, including DOT drug testing
• Functional capacity evaluation
• Background check
Position Details: Tanker Third Assistant Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Handles engine department watch standing duties, which includes supervision and control of vessel’s machinery and equipment.
• Oversees the loading of engine department stores, bunkers and water.
• Ensures that all personnel working within the engine room comply with PPE requirements and supervisor’s safety instructions so that safe working practices are adhered to.
• Supervise and assist unlicensed personnel (machinist and utility).
• Responsible for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of engine room equipment, inspecting equipment for the need of preventative maintenance and determining requirements. Conducts routine maintenance on a variety of systems, including (but not limited to) pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical.
• Performs any other marine related duties as required by STCW, ISM and ISPS conventions and Chevron operational procedures to ensure the safety of the vessel, its crew and cargo.
• Attends all required classes required by STCW, ISM, ISPS and Chevron to maintain valid certificates of competency.
• Participates in and furthers company programs such as Behavior Based Safety, near miss reporting and Job Safety Analysis.

Qualifications:

• One year service as a licensed engineer on vessels requiring unlimited horsepower.
• Working knowledge of USCG and international regulations such as MARPOL, SOLAS and ISGOTT.

Minimum License and Endorsement Requirements:
• USCG Third Assistant Engineer of Motor or Gas Turbine Vessels of any horsepower.
• Merchant Mariners Document
• STCW ‘95 certificate
• PIC-DL Endorsement (Tankerman PIC may be waived for a licensed engineer’s initial tour of duty)
• Advanced Firefighting Certificate
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)


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Chevron Oil & Gas Job Vacancy : Seismic Processing Research Geophysics, August 2009

Job Title: Seismic Processing Research Geophysicist
Requisition Number: 032213073
Job is available in these cities: San Ramon, California, Houston, Texas,
Overview of Position: Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading energy companies. Headquartered in San Ramon, California, and conducting business in approximately 180 countries, the company is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industry, including exploration and production; refining, marketing and transportation; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.

Chevron Energy Technology Company (ETC) is accepting online applications for the position of Seismic Processing Research Geophysicist located in San Ramon, California or Houston, Texas.

Overview:

ETC has an immediate opening on the Seismic Processing R&D Team in San Ramon, California, or Houston, Texas, for experienced Research and Development Land Data Processing Geophysicist.

The successful candidate will be part of a R&D team responsible for conducting research and developing advanced true amplitude data processing algorithms and workflows improving seismic data quality. Travel is necessary for communication and collaboration in research projects, deployment of new technologies and workflows as well as educational seminars and conferences.
Position Details: Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

# Conduct independent geophysical research and develop efficient processing algorithms and applications targeted for land and multi-azimuth data.
# Work closely with the seismic imaging, acquisition, and velocity modeling R&D and services teams to create integrated, interpretative solutions and workflows for processing and analyzing seismic data.
# Mentor, support and teach other earth scientists in using the software and workflows that are developed.
# Work collaboratively with R&D technology, service and business unit teams around the world for successful and rapid implementation of new technology to be applied on seismic data.
# Robust software implementations of land seismic data processing applications into an internal, integrated seismic data processing platform (ProMax) running on high performance, parallel computing Linux clusters.
# Communicate R&D results to peers, users, customers, and management.

Required Qualifications:

# A Ph.D. in Geophysics.
# A minimum of 4 years of directly related Oil and Gas industry experience as a researcher and developer creating robust software applications (production-level code) and workflows for land seismic data processing.
# Experience with developing extensions and enhancements to current technology (scope, frame, prototype, commercialize, deploy, support, maintain and renew technology).
# Demonstrated proficiency in programming in C++, C, FORTRAN, Java and MPI to build computationally efficient (parallel) 3D applications on high performance Linux clusters.
# Experience with deployment of 2D/3D seismic data processing applications onto Linux Clusters and into production data processing platforms.
# Experience with transferring technology to service and business unit teams worldwide for application on seismic data (includes development of workflows, workshops, documentation, mentoring and training earth scientists on how to use the technology).
# Experience with managing projects: planning, directing, coordinating, and conducting earth science research.
# Ability to work collaboratively with other R&D, service, operations, and business units worldwide.
# Excellent communication skills.
# Broad theoretical and practical understanding of geophysics, signal processing, wave propagation, and inversion especially in the areas of statics, attenuation, denoise, for land and multi-azimuth data processing.
# Expertise in 2D/3D seismic data processing from field tapes through post migration enhancements.
# Proficiency in modern software development methods such as object-oriented design, parallel programming and interactive applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

# Ability to develop applications for the ProMax Seismic Data Processing platform or interactive GUIs.

Relocation Options:

# Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

EOE M/F/D/V

Education Required: Doctorate
Education Required Discipline: Geophysics
Employment Status: Full Time
City: San Ramon
State: California
Country: USA
Relocation Eligible: Yes
Salary:

For More Information just go to : careers.chevron.com

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Shell Oil & Gas Job Vacancy : India - SIMPL - SEAM Technologist, August 2009

Shell is the world’s largest supplier of bitumen, with 85% of it used for road-building. Shell Bitumen supplies the material needed to improve and expand critical infrastructure. Shell has over eighty years experience of bitumen applications across the world, including cycle-lanes, pipelines, airport runways and motorways. Bitumen works with over 1,450 customers across 33 countries. Shell Bitumen is a global CoB, with customers in Latin America, Europe, China, India, Australia and the Middle East.


A few interesting facts about Shell Bitumen -
Supplies 15,000 MT of bitumen products every day
Supplies 30 countries worldwide
Supplies 1,600 customers around the world, with a customer retention rate of over 95%
Resurfaces 500 km of road every day - that’s 1km of road every 3 minutes!
Supplies 85% of all airport business in Asia


Within the Bitumen business, the Technical Services team looks at technical issues that either affect the global bitumen business, such as provision of Technical Service/budgets/Product Stewardship, or they transfer technology and knowledge from one location to another.


Responsibilities:

* Prepare presentation materials and conduct SEAM training for licensee and distributor asphalt plant management and staff and paving crews;
* Prepare presentation materials and conduct SEAM product knowledge and application training for Shell Bitumen/SSS in-country marketing management and staff;
* Assist Shell Bitumen’s marketing groups with their preparation of short-term and long-term market plans from a technical perspective;
* Inspect prospective licensee/distributor asphalt mix plants to certify equipment for SEAM mix production; advise on necessary plant modifications for safe handling of SEAM;
* Provide technical advice to field laboratory professional staff and engineering design staff on SEAM mix design and SEAM properties and performance testing;
* Supervise SEAM field paving tests and initial commercial applications;
* Lead SEAM asphalt mix trials;
* Prepare proposals for consideration for the SEAM R&D program;
* Contribute ideas for new business opportunities to SEAM sales teams;
* Contribute ideas for new SEAM IP;
* Conduct/arrange pavement inspection services/trouble shooting as required.


Requirements:

* Readiness to travel extensively in India and to project sites/remote locations;
* A graduate in a construction related technical discipline;
* 5-10 years experience in technical service/design within asphalt mix production and paving companies;
* Experience in carrying out laboratory tests and mix designs and able to interpret the results;
* Experience in conducting technical training;
* Project management experience;
* Established track record of delivering results;
* Authorisation to work in India is required for this position;
* A remuneration package based on the conditions in the country of employment will be offered for this position.

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Shell Oil & Gas Job Vacancy : UK-Mechanical Maintenance Technician, August 2009

Shell companies have been finding and producing oil and gas around the world for over a century. Today, we have interests in exploration and production ventures in more than 39 countries and employ approximately 18,000 staff (not including contractors).

This is a technically challenging work environment characterised by a continuing need for research, the pursuit of new technology, and the adoption of new ways of working. It demands people who will thrive in a culture that encourages and rewards innovation, collaboration and the ability to learn from success as well as failure.

At Shell our commitment is to satisfy the world’s need for energy with economically, socially and environmentally responsible solutions. We seek a high standard of performance, and understand that great ideas can change the world. If you want to work with a group of creative, ambitious and innovative professionals then you should consider Shell. We will provide you with the resources to put your ideas into action, worldwide opportunities to advance your career, and outstanding benefits and rewards that support your quality of life. Join us and let’s make a real difference together.

Responsibilities:

As part of a multi-discipline maintenance team your aim is to achieve technical integrity, reliability and availability targets at Fife NGL

Shell has a strong safety culture and your role will include the safe planning and execution of work through our Integrated Safe System Of Work permit application and adherence to Fife NGL’s rigorous safety procedures.

You’ll be responsible for the planning and execution of routine preventative and corrective maintenance for all rotating and static mechanical equipment.

Updating and reviewing department procedures including the recording of work history in the SAP Plant Maintenance system, you’ll also execute maintenance strategies and implement maintenance improvement plans which contribute to reduced unit costs and improved profitability.

You’ll be involved in the continuous review and improvement cycle and, when required, participate in the Maintenance and Emergency support duty call-out rota.

Requirements:

With an NVQ Level 3 in Engineering and Maintenance, you'll be computer literate, with proven experience in a mechanical maintenance role.

This position will require the successful candidate to relocate to Mossmorran, Fife for the duration of the assignment, if not already resident there.

A competitive remuneration package based on the prevailing conditions, policies and legislation in the country of employment will be offered for this position.

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Shell Job Vacancy : Bitumen - Technical Manager India, August 2009

Shell is the world’s largest supplier of bitumen, with 85% of it used for road-building. Shell Bitumen supplies the material needed to improve and expand critical infrastructure. Shell has over eighty years experience of bitumen applications across the world, including cycle-lanes, pipelines, airport runways and motorways. Bitumen works with over 1,450 customers across 33 countries. Shell Bitumen is a global CoB, with customers in Latin America, Europe, China, India, Australia and the Middle East.


A few interesting facts about Shell Bitumen -
Supplies 15,000 MT of bitumen products every day
Supplies 30 countries worldwide
Supplies 1,600 customers around the world, with a customer retention rate of over 95%
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Supplies 85% of all airport business in Asia


Within the Bitumen business, the Technical Services team looks at technical issues that either affect the global bitumen business, such as provision of Technical Service/budgets/Product Stewardship, or they transfer technology and knowledge from one location to another. We are now hiring for Bitumen Technical Manager for India. The incumbent will be responsible for leading the Bitumen Team in India.


Responsibilities:

* Be the key focal point for all bitumen product technical matters in India;
* Actively lobby and represent Shell Bitumen technology in national bodies (e.g. NHIA, CRRI, IRC) and important associations (e.g quality control laboratories) in order to get endorsement for the accreditation of Shell bituminous products and their specifications;
* Work with sales and marketing to develop relationship with customers and provide technical support;
* Develop asphalt pavement and engineering solutions that fit the India market conditions and enable sales of our premium grade bitumen products;
* Be the focal point for product quality incidents in India market;
* Be a recognised expert in the India market for asphalt road pavement, polymer modified bitumen, crumb rubber modified bitumen and emulsion applications;
* Be an active member of the East bitumen technical team network;
* Implement Technical Service and Product Development programs as agreed within the East bitumen technical team;
* Communicate Research and Technology need and idea's of India market to East bitumen technical manager;
* Write or initiate publications for technical journals and give input to seminars and conferences;
* Act as product manager for the portfolio in the India market and ensure appropriate product classification and documentation available. Work with other East bitumen product managers to exchange best practice;
* Advice operations on product blending formulations, specifications and QC testing and protocols;
* Be the bitumen Product Stewardship focal point and ensure MSDS is in place for all products sold;
* Keep abreast of industry developments and competitor products portfolio and technical services.

Requirements:

* A degree in civil engineering recognised with India industry;
* Experience of more than 14 years in technical service in commercial environment with specific familiarity of the construction business;
* Expertise in asphalt pavement , properties, behaviour, design and construction as per MORTH( Indian ) codes;
* Exposure in handling customers and having well developed presentation skills;
* Understanding of the bitumen business from both a global and local perspective;
* Ability to cope with rapid change and travel within market and must be able to work with different cultural environments;
* Readiness to travel extensively in India and to project sites;
* Authorisation to work in India is required for this position;
* A remuneration package based on the conditions in the country of employment will be offered for this position.

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Offshore Oil Drilling Labor

Natural oil and its by-products are perceived as valuable commodities across the world. Obtaining this high demand commodity from reservoirs where it has collected deep within the earth proves to be an inexact and demanding undertaking. Adding to the challenge of the oil drilling industry, no concrete methods have been discovered for accurately determining the location of oil deposits. The only way to know for certain if a location contains oil is to actually drill into the ground at the risk of a costly disappointment.

Oil drilling operations originally took place only on land. Next shallow water drilling evolved, and eventually extensive equipment made offshore deep ocean drilling feasible. Since oil forms from the remains of ancient sea life under intense heat and pressure for millions of years, the ocean bottom is a desirable site for oil exploration. For marine oil and natural gas drilling, offshore oil platforms are set up in the ocean above the location that is to be drilled. Platforms can be anchored to the ocean floor, float on the surface or create an artificial island in the sea.


Laborers who work on offshore oil drilling rigs typically spend weeks at a time at sea living either on the platform or in a nearby anchored ship. Many oil platforms contain amenities similar to those in hotels such as a means of eating, places for sleeping and laundry facilities which allow workers to reside on the rig for extended periods of time. A schedule is typically arranged such that workers stay offshore and work with members of their team for a specified number of days, then return to shore for another specified number of days. Offshore oil jobs can facilitate lucrative careers for fitting individuals.

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