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Tug, dispatch and coordination of daily activities for all CCL contract tugs (4). * Monitor and provide an overview of all Marine Operations for records and reports purposes. * Monitors daily dredge ...

Marine Welder

Theodore, AL ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Welder

Lockport, LA ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Tug, dispatch and coordination of daily activities for all CCL contract tugs (4). * Monitor and provide an overview of all Marine Operations for records and reports purposes. * Monitors daily dredge ...

Marine Welder

Houma, LA ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Welder

Ingleside, TX ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Welder

Pascagoula, MS ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Welder

Newport News, VA ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Per diem may be available depending on contract requirements and travel distance. Responsibilities * Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on marine diesel engines and related propulsion ...

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Marine Welder

Coden, AL ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Welder

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$29 - $36/hr

Long and Short-Term Contracts. * Immediate placement. * PTO. * Paid Holidays. * Health Benefit. A Marine Structural Welder is responsible for performing welding tasks to assemble and fabricate steel ...

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Marine Mechanic

San Diego, CA

$29 - $34.50/hr

Marine Mechanic - San Diego, CA (1st Shift) * This role focuses on diagnosing, maintaining, and ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and ...

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How much do contract marine jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract marine in the United States is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Marine vs Marine Technician?

AspectContract MarineMarine Technician
CertificationsSTCW, Basic Safety Training, relevant licensesSTCW, Marine Engineering, HVAC, or electrical certifications
Work EnvironmentOnboard ships, offshore platformsShipyards, maintenance facilities, onboard vessels
Employer & Industry UsageMaritime companies, offshore contractorsShip owners, maintenance companies, marinas
Work ScopeContract-based, specific projects or voyagesOngoing maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting

Contract Marine professionals typically work on a contractual basis onboard ships or offshore platforms, focusing on specific projects or voyages. Marine Technicians often have similar certifications but work in maintenance and repair roles either onboard or at shipyards, providing ongoing technical support. Both roles require maritime safety certifications and industry experience, but Contract Marine roles are more project-specific, while Marine Technicians focus on continuous technical maintenance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Marine, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Marine, you need a solid understanding of maritime operations, navigation, and safety procedures, often supported by relevant certifications such as STCW or merchant mariner credentials. Familiarity with maritime communication systems, GPS navigation, and safety equipment is typically required. Strong teamwork, resilience, and effective communication are essential soft skills for handling the demanding and dynamic nature of marine environments. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant vessel operations under contract-based assignments.

What are contract marines?

Contract marines are individuals or companies hired on a contractual basis to perform marine-related services, such as vessel operations, logistics, maintenance, or security. Unlike permanent military or company employees, contract marines work under specific agreements for designated projects or timeframes. Their roles may include providing support for offshore oil and gas operations, shipping, or maritime security. Contract marines often bring specialized expertise and flexibility to organizations needing temporary or project-based marine services.

What are some of the unique challenges Contract Marines face when adapting to new assignments or deployments?

Contract Marines often work on short-term or project-based assignments, which can mean quickly adapting to new teams, vessels, or operational environments. This requires strong flexibility, fast learning skills, and the ability to integrate with diverse crews while upholding safety and performance standards. Navigating different maritime regulations, client expectations, and unfamiliar equipment are common challenges, but they also provide valuable experience that can accelerate career growth in the maritime industry.
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Infographic showing various Contract Marine job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,953 per year, or $27.9 per hour.
Coordinator, Marine

Coordinator, Marine

Cheniere Energy

Gregory, TX โ€ข On-site

Other

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Marine Operations Coordinator

The Marine Operations Coordinator reports to the Marine Supervisor. Personnel in this position will work closely with terminal operators and technicians performing daily Marine activities within the plant to include those listed below. This is a DOT position.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

  • Conducts daily dock, ship support operations including acting on behalf of the terminal as a Person in Charge (PIC) of cargo transfers supporting a 24/7 LNG Plant and Marine Terminal environment where conscientious compliance to policy, procedures, safety, and dedication is essential.
  • Monitors controls and standards to ensure safe and efficient marine LNG operations and adherence to approved policies, procedures, government regulations and shipping protocols associated with general marine operations and marine LNG operations.
  • Promotes safety and environmental compliance by ensuring that all safety and environmental policies and procedures are enforced.
  • Assists in coordinating arrival, loading/unloading and departure of LNGC's at the terminal.
  • Assists in the daily dock operations including:
    • Ship berthing/unberthing and line handling.
    • Gangway deployment.
    • Connecting communication cables and set up of mooring lines Tension Monitoring Monitor.
    • Tug, dispatch and coordination of daily activities for all CCL contract tugs (4).
  • Monitor and provide an overview of all Marine Operations for records and reports purposes.
  • Monitors daily dredge and/or bathymetric survey activities as directed during such events.
  • Interacts with all the plant departments concerning marine issues. Creates windows of opportunity within the shipping schedule to facilitate routine maintenance as well as corrective and capital project activities.
  • Communicates with and coordinates marine-related and/or other company activities, as assigned, with federal, state and local agencies and outside organizations such as the United States Coast Guard, Department of Transportation, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and local law enforcement as directed.
  • Conducts or otherwise participates in periodic Bathymetric surveys of Berth and Construction Dock Basins as directed.
  • Oversight and daily coordination of Marine department third party contracts such as: tugs, dredge, line handling & cargo surveyors to include dispatch, maintenance scheduling, crew changes, fueling and compliance to Cheniere's contractor safety protocols.
  • Accurately track all marine activates to provide companywide analysis of KPI's that drive business decisions.
  • Communicates with local pilots' association and shipping agents in regard to shipping traffic, weather related transit issues to make decisions and recommendations to key stakeholders within the organization regarding a shipping activity.
  • Executes the Declaration of Security (DOI) with all ships and maintains awareness of current security posture and local US Coast Guard MARSEC conditions.
  • Represents terminal as Person in Charge of LNG cargo transfers on an as needed basis.
  • The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge:

Must have a working practical knowledge of all facets of LNG (or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids) transportation, cargo transfer, storage, and processing. A high level of safety awareness and knowledge of applicable Coast Guard and marine design regulations, including LNG is required. A working practical knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems within an LNG or petrochemical marine facility is required.

Skills:

  • Leadership and good administrative abilities are required.
  • An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment.
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies.
  • Organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple activities and programs promptly and with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Articulate public speaker, able to create and confidently deliver industry-specific presentations.
  • Competent with using computers, particularly in everyday use of standard office applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Outlook, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
  • Strong background in Excel and the understanding of shared web applications is critical.

Education and Experience

  • Education and Certifications: High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor or Associate degree in engineering, marine or other relevant technical discipline is required; however, candidates without a degree who possess at least 5 years of directly related experience may be considered in substitution.
  • Experience: At least five (5) years working in a port and/or shipboard environment in a position having direct participation in relevant areas of technical/engineering and management of marine shipping and/or tugboat activities. Experience with LNG or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids and associated systems is preferred; however petrochemical (either shipboard or terminal) operational experience may be considered acceptable.

Direct Reports

There are no direct reports to this position.

Freedom to Act

Ability to multi-task and function in a highly dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently. Assists the Marine Director in the absence of the Marine Supervisor.

Work Conditions

  • Coordinator will be on a shift rotation.
  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work with tools at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, lift, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.
  • Must be able to board a ship or other vessel via a gangway or ladder, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height, and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and be periodically exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean coastal environment, noise, and occasionally spurious process gases and vapors.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities.
  • Subject to drug and alcohol testing mandated by regulatory authorities.
  • Must maintain a valid "Transportation Worker Identification Credential" ("TWIC") card, per applicable federal regulations.

ADA Job Requirements

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cheniere Energy is an equal-opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.