Senior FSRU Operations Engineer

ABOUT THE JOB

Founded in 1948, Karadeniz Holding is a visionary industry leader that focuses on innovation while supporting growth with an emphasis on economic and environmental sustainability across a wide range of industries, primarily energy and shipbuilding.

Operating in more than 20 countries, with over 3,000 employees from 30 different nationalities and an installed capacity exceeding 8,000 MW, the Group generates reliable and clean electricity across four continents through its fleet of 45 Powerships™ and 11 LNG vessels, providing employment to more than 10,000 people worldwide. Karadeniz Holding manages its Powership™ fleet under its international brand Karpowership, meeting between 10% and 100% of the electricity needs of the countries where it operates across Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. With high-capacity energy solutions, including Powership™, land-based plants, and floating LNG infrastructure, Karpowership supports countries and companies in their energy transition processes.

We are looking for an Senior FSRU Operations Engineer to join our operations in Brazil, based at our Rio de Janeiro office.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT?

*Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum/Gas Engineering, Offshore Engineering, or Marine Officer/Chief Engineer (STCW).

*Candidates combining an engineering degree with seagoing FSRU/LNG tanker experience will be prioritized.

*>8Years (minimum 4 years directly in FSRU or LNG terminal operations)

*Advanced English (mandatory) | Portuguese — working proficiency minimum (mandatory).

* MS Office (advanced); SAP PM/MM; MS Project (desirable); Power BI (desirable)STCW Basic Safety Training (desirable); GWO (desirable); OPITO LNG or SIGTTO gas industry certification will be a strong plus.

*Strong analytical and report-writing skills in English and Portuguese. Proven ability to manage interfaces with multiple stakeholders (regulatory authorities, charterers, OEMs, Class societies).

*Ability to interpret and operationalize BBC/OSA contractual clauses.

*Experience with Brazilian energy/maritime regulators (ANP, ANTAQ, Brazilian Navy) strongly preferred. *Willingness to travel to vessel/terminal sites as required.

WHAT AWAITS YOU?

* Support with local needs for the new FSRUs readiness programme ahead of first gas-out, following commissioning activities between the vessel crew, engineering teams, and client/offtaker representatives.

* Develop and manage the Pre-Operations Checklist, punch lists, and start-up procedures in alignment with BBC and OSA contract conditions.

*Oversee preparation and submission of all documentation required by ANP, ANTAQ, and Brazilian Navy prior to FSRU commercial operations commencement.

* Support preparation for mooring, berthing, and jetty/buoy interface assessments and ensure FSRU is ready to meet contractual operational start date (COD).

*Track and report pre-operations milestones, flagging risks to Senior Leadership in a timely manner.

*Serve as the onshore focal point for daily FSRU operational activities, maintaining continuous interface with the vessel’s Senior Officers (Master, Chief Engineer, Gas Officer) and onshore management.

*Monitor send-out rates, regasification performance, boil-off gas (BOG) management, and LNG inventory, ensuring alignment with contracted dispatch schedules and offtaker requirements.

*Supervise planned and unplanned maintenance activities, ensuring operational continuity is preserved and any downtime is managed within BBC/OSA contractual allowances.

*Supervise LNG cargo receiving operations, including Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfers: pre-transfer planning, compatibility assessments, authority approvals (ANP Authorization, ANTAQ), and post-transfer reporting.

*Ensure continuous compliance with ANP Resolution 810/2020 (Safety Management for LNG terminals/FSRUs), ANP Resolution 982/2022 (gas quality standards), and all applicable ANP authorization conditions for FSRU operations.

*Support and follow-up all ANTAQ requirements are met for the FSRU as a port facility and maritime installation, including ISPS compliance, operational safety, and berthing/mooring approvals.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Hybrid working model,

• One day off on your birthday,

• Private health insurance (extended to dependents) and life insurance,

• Variable compensation package and performance-based bonus,

• Meal allowance + food allowance in line with market practices,

• Mobility benefits (transport allowance and parking policy),

• Well-being and quality of life programs, including TotalPass,

• Professional and personal training and development opportunities,

• Multicultural environment with exposure to international projects,

• Opportunity to contribute to strategic energy transition projects.

In line with our "One World" philosophy, we are adding success to our achievements with our colleagues, candidates, and all stakeholders. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, language or gender and we crown our success with our diversity.

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