What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist – Marine Fuel Ops position at Sunoco LP?
Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.
At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers.We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.
Summary
The Specialist – Marine Fuel Ops position plays a pivotal role as a member of our commercial operations team and acts as the primary on-site contact for assigned bunker fuel deliveries, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations at ports and marinas.
This role requires arriving in advance of scheduled deliveries to coordinate with vessel crews, drivers, dock personnel, and port security. The position involves outdoor work in marine environments, operating high-speed pump skids and fuel equipment, managing hose and equipment setup and breakdown, and completing all required pre- and post-delivery documentation. The Associate Specialist communicates delivery status updates to internal company teams and ensures full compliance with USCG regulations and company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies at all times.
Core Responsibilities
At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers.We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.
Summary
The Specialist – Marine Fuel Ops position plays a pivotal role as a member of our commercial operations team and acts as the primary on-site contact for assigned bunker fuel deliveries, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations at ports and marinas.
This role requires arriving in advance of scheduled deliveries to coordinate with vessel crews, drivers, dock personnel, and port security. The position involves outdoor work in marine environments, operating high-speed pump skids and fuel equipment, managing hose and equipment setup and breakdown, and completing all required pre- and post-delivery documentation. The Associate Specialist communicates delivery status updates to internal company teams and ensures full compliance with USCG regulations and company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies at all times.
Core Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary contact for assigned bunker deliveries
- Arrive at the vessel in advance of trucks (30 minutes prior) to coordinate with vessel staff
- Work outdoor at ports and marinas, assisting drivers, operating high speed Pump Skids and fuel equipment
- Coordinate and liaise with all dock personnel, port security, and vessel staff, to ensure safe and efficient deliveries
- Communicate delivery updates with company personnel
- Handle pre- and post-delivery paperwork
- Responsible for set up and breakdown of hoses and delivery equipment
- Ensure all USCG regulations and company HSE safety policies are followed
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Demonstrated ability to work and negotiate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Vessel / Barge scheduling experience
- Available during international business operations and be on call 24/7
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills (both written and verbal), computer skills, and analytical skills
- Thrives in cross-functional team environment
- Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Associate Specialist requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of relevant job experience.
- Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
- Senior Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
- Lead Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant job related experience
- Exposure to one or more energy markets (crude oil and/or petroleum products)
- Experience in Marine/Waterborne Operations or Logistics Industry
- Understanding of the interaction and significance of the various aspects/elements of the refined products trading/marketing supply chain is desirable
- Ability to apply a well-developed understanding of business strategies and logistics operations to achieve the business and team objectives
- Understanding of RightAngle