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Manager, Marine

NextDecade
United States, Texas, Brownsville
Apr 30, 2026
ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com . SUMMARY OF THE ROLE The Marine Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of all marine activities at the RGLNG export terminal, including coordination of LNG carrier arrivals, berthing, mooring, cargointerface marine support, and departures. This role ensures all marine operations comply with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations, terminal procedures, and industry best practices, while providing effective leadership across marine logistics and daytoday marine operations. The role is based in Brownsville, TX, and requires a valid TWIC. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee all marine activities associated with LNG carrier arrivals, approaches, berthing, mooring, unmooring, and departures. Maintain operational readiness of berths, navigation aids, mooring systems, and waterside infrastructure. Make realtime marine operational decisions based on weather, tides, currents, and environmental limits. Ensure smooth coordination between the terminal, ship agents, pilots, tugs, line handlers, and vessel crews. Serve as a key interface with the U.S. Coast Guard, port authority, and state/local marine agencies for all waterside activities. Ensure compliance with 33 CFR Part 127, MTSA requirements, and applicable marine safety/security regulations. Support USCG inspections, drills, audits, and regulatory reporting. Coordinate pilot scheduling, tug assignments, and all marine service provider activities. Ensure marine contractor performance aligns with terminal standards and safety expectations. Participate in contractor performance reviews and improvement initiatives. Coordinate hydrographic surveys, bathymetry reviews, and dredging support as required. Oversee marine aspects of simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) during LNG loading, cooldown, maintenance, or other terminal activities. Coordinate with terminal departments / PICs regarding marine implications of cargo operations. Ensure safe marine interface during cargo arm connection and LNG transfer preparations. Maintain the Marine Terminal Manual, USCG Operations & Emergency Manuals, and marine procedures. Track marine KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare incident reports, performance summaries, and regulatory submissions as required. Supports RGLNG expansion projects on all marine related matters during terminal development and commissioning. Supervise, train, and mentor Persons in Charge (PICs) of loading and mooring, act as backup to PICs. Create ship loading planning and cargo related documentation. Collaborate with the Marine Director to build relationships with the government, contractors, and external stakeholders. Minimum Requirements: 7-11 years of progressively responsible marine operations experience (U.S. Gulf LNG Terminal experience preferred). Strong working knowledge of USCG marine regulations, 33 CFR 127, and port operational practices. Experience with line handling, dedicated tug operations, berthing/unberthing, and mooring systems. Excellent communication and leadership skills in highconsequence marine environments. Competencies: High situational awareness in dynamic marine conditions. Skilled decisionmaker in timecritical marine operations. Strong relationshipbuilder with internal and external marine stakeholders. Commitment to safety, operational discipline, and regulatory compliance. Effective organizer and communicator under pressure. Solid understanding of industry standards, marine contracts, and ship/shore operations. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite. Capable of preparing accurate, comprehensive, and timely reports. Self-starter with minimal direction and strategic thinking. Detail-oriented and focused on meeting performance goals and deadlines. Fluent in English, with strong communication and analytical skills. Flexible with responsibilities to ensure successful project completion. Adaptable to changing deadlines and unexpected delays. Willing to be on-call, work after hours, and handle emergency duties. Open to travel as required. Job Site Work Environment * Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. * Operates in a complex construction environment. * Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions. * Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. * Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. * Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction. * Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job. * Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required. * Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations. * Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift. * The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities. * Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance. * Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. * Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods. * May be required to enter confined spaces. * May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. NEXTDECADE VALUES* * Safety - We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us. * Integrity - We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do. * Honesty - We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions. * Respect - We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work. * Transparency - Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders. * Diversity - We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed. NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.