, India

Job Family Group:
Maritime

Worker Type:
Regular

Posting Start Date:
June 10, 2026

Business Unit:
Trading and Supply

Experience Level:
Experienced Professionals

Where you fit?

The incumbent will be responsible for driving the implementation of navigation, seamanship, and cargo handling policies across STASCO-managed vessels, while providing leadership, direction, and support across the full spectrum of ship operations, including engagement with fleet Masters.

What’s the role?

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the safe, productive, and cost-effective operation of STASCO-managed vessels, with a primary focus on the LNG fleet. The role is responsible for ensuring that all operational practices comply with Flag State and Port State regulations, as well as the commercial requirements of applicable charter parties, while minimising Shell Group’s exposure to environmental risk and pollution.

Key Accountabilities
- Ensure that vessels within the allocated fleet are operated safely, reliably, and economically,



in line with the highest professional standards and latest industry best practices.
- Ensure full compliance at all times with international regulations, Flag State requirements, and company policies relating to ship operations, cargo care, navigation safety, and personnel health and safety.
- Maintain fleet readiness against quality assurance requirements by coordinating timely SIRE inspections, responding effectively to observations, driving remedial actions, and identifying gaps in policies and procedures.
- Safeguard the reputation of the Shell Group by proactively minimising environmental risk and ensuring robust pollution prevention practices within the scope of responsibility.
- Act as the Company’s in office representative in the event of an incident or casualty, coordinating response efforts and driving resolution through to completion.
- Lead incident investigations, where required, and ensure that lessons learned are effectively cap

📌 Senior Operational Superintendent (Chennai)
🏢 Shell
📍 Chennai