Mariner Development Advisor
Chevron
- Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 4 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
Skills
About this role
Total Number of Openings 1 Mariner Development Advisor 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. Chevron's 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 Mariner Development Advisor to join the Subsea, Civil and Marine Engineering team. Reporting to the Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru. The Mariner Development Advisor is accountable for supporting the professional development, performance management, and career progression of mariners. This role involves coordinating training, managing feedback loops, facilitating onboarding, and ensuring alignment with organizational standards and compliance requirements. The advisor acts as a liaison between Mariners, Fleet Operations, and the Fleet Personnel Management Department to promote continuous improvement and operational excellence for the Mariners. 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
Career Development & Performance Management Plan operational exposure for mariners from a development perspective Monitor and guide mariner career progression, identifying officer development gaps and opportunities Provide personnel support, guidance, and coaching on talent profile development Conduct feedback and development calls; provide appraisal and PMP feedback to mariners and appraisers Maintain and oversee the promotable pool, highlighting personnel for special assignments and proposing dry dock/delivery assignments Onboarding & Training Coordination Facilitate onboarding processes for new and returning mariners Track course and training attendance, prioritize and escalate ODP (Officer Development Program) attendance Recommend study leave and support job pool identification and PDR (Performance Development Review) processes Compliance & Documentation Manage OPS 16 documentation and workflows, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements Monitor critical competence completion and administer the IDAMP system Track crew sickness, administrative issues, and fit-for-duty status Manage conflict of interest disclosures and Workday DOA limits Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Act as liaison between mariners, Fleet Operations, and Fleet Personnel Management Notify fleet of upcoming job openings via PDC (Personnel Data Centre) Collect and synthesize feedback on mariners from ships and shore Participate in mariner interviews and attend Engine Room/Deck MAP sessions as observer Operational Support & Continuous Improvement Recommend personnel for special assignments and manage visa escalation issues Coordinate disciplinary actions (ROD/PIP) and oversee R&A Award nominations Manage cost and budget control as applicable Manage IT-related tasks relevant to mariner performance and development