Shipping Operator

Context & Environment

Your next challenge starts in Geneva!

Behind every successful energy trade is a complex maritime operation. At TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping, our Shipping teams ensure that cargoes move safely, efficiently and reliably across global markets.

We are looking for an experienced Shipping Operator with a seagoing background to join our Geneva team and play a central role in coordinating international maritime operations.

About Us

TotalEnergies has developed strong expertise in oil, biofuels, natural gas and electricity trading, with international trading hubs in Geneva, Paris, Houston and Singapore.

TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping (T&S) manages the physical trading and shipping of crude oil, biofuels and refined petroleum products for the Group. Our activities span global supply chains, combining trading, chartering, shipping operations and risk management.

Based in Geneva, our Shipping teams work closely with Trading, Chartering, Technical, Vetting and external maritime partners to ensure the smooth execution of voyages worldwide.

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Our Culture

We operate in a fast-paced, international environment where collaboration, operational excellence and safety are essential.

Our teams bring together diverse expertise and share a strong sense of responsibility, adaptability and commitment. We value people who take ownership, anticipate challenges and work collectively to deliver reliable solutions.

Activities

What You Will Do

As a Shipping Operator, you will coordinate daily shipping operations and ensure the safe, efficient and compliant execution of voyages from pre-fixture to post-voyage.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinating and monitoring vessel operations across the full voyage lifecycle.

Acting as a key point of contact with shipowners, charterers, agents and internal stakeholders.

Working closely with Trading, Chartering, Technical, Vetting and other support functions.

Ensuring voyage execution in line with contractual terms, operational requirements and internal procedures.

Optimizing voyages for chartered vessels, taking into account safety, efficiency, timing and cost.

Monitoring operational performance, incidents, delays and associated costs.

Supporting risk management and ensuring compliance with HSE standards.

Contributing to the continuous improvement of operational processes and ways of working.

Candidate Profile

What We Are Looking For

Mandatory requirement: A minimum of 3 years’ seagoing experience as an Officer on gas (LNG or LPG) or oil carriers.

You will thrive in this role if you:

Have solid experience in maritime operations, shipping or fleet management.

Have a strong understanding of voyage operations and the maritime environment.

Are familiar with shipping contracts, operational processes and voyage execution.

Are rigorous, reactive and able to manage multiple priorities under time pressure.

Have strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.

Communicate clearly and effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrate team spirit, reliability and a strong sense of commitment.