TotalEnergies Marine Fuels is inviting a high-performing commercial professional to join its Global Small-Scale LNG team. Based in the Geneva Metropolitan Area, this role is a cornerstone of the company’s mission to lead the decarbonization of the global shipping industry through advanced LNG and Bio-LNG solutions.
About TotalEnergies
As a division of the global multi-energy company TotalEnergies, the Marine Fuels unit is a pioneer in the transition toward sustainable maritime power. With a strategic focus on the IMO and FuelEU Maritime regulations, TotalEnergies has established itself as a market leader by investing in a world-class fleet of LNG Bunkering Vessels (LNGBVs) and securing long-term terminal capacities in key hubs like Rotterdam and Marseille.
The Geneva-based LNG desk is a high-agility environment where physical trading meets environmental stewardship. As the company prepares to scale its fleet and infrastructure over the coming years, it offers a premier platform for traders dedicated to the future of energy.
The Role: LNG Bunker Trader Europe
As LNG Bunker Trader Europe, you will be operating within a specialized team of 15 traders and operators, you will take the lead on commercial development and physical LNG trading across the European continent. This role is highly cross-functional, sitting at the intersection of business development, complex structuring, and risk management. You will hold direct responsibility for P&L performance while navigating a rapidly maturing regulatory landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Origination: Proactively develop and manage a portfolio of international shipowners, charterers, and brokers, focusing on spot and short-term LNG sales (up to 12 months).
- Trading & Structuring: Execute back-to-back physical trades, manage pricing risks, and tailor fuel solutions that include Bio-LNG to support client sustainability targets.
- Operational Integration: Collaborate with the operations team to optimize the deployment of LNGBVs and terminal slots, ensuring seamless “last-mile” delivery.
- Tender Management: Lead the response to high-value European tenders, demonstrating TotalEnergies’ competitive edge in supply security and technical expertise.
- Governance & HSE: Maintain strict adherence to compliance protocols, internal risk delegations, and the highest Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards.
Candidate Profile
- Industry Expertise: A proven track record in bunker trading, physical LNG, or energy commodities, with a deep understanding of the maritime supply chain.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with evolving maritime frameworks (FuelEU, IMO 2023/2024) and their impact on fuel spreads and demand.
- Analytical Rigor: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to structure complex commercial agreements in a volatile pricing environment.
- Certifications: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, CISI certification (Derivatives & UK Financial Regulation) is mandatory for this role.
- Soft Skills: An agile, international mindset with the ability to collaborate across diverse cultures and multi-office environments.
Why Join TotalEnergies?
- Strategic Impact: Play a direct role in the maritime energy transition, working with tangible assets and a growing fleet of bunker vessels.
- Global Exposure: Join a world-class trading hub in Geneva, offering significant responsibility and a view of the entire global energy value chain.
- Career Growth: TotalEnergies is committed to individual development, offering diverse pathways within the broader multi-energy group.
- Inclusive Excellence: Benefit from a corporate culture that values diversity, equal opportunity, and a collaborative spirit.
About the Location
The Geneva Metropolitan Area is one of the world’s most prestigious hubs for commodity trading and shipping finance. Known for its high quality of life and proximity to key European decision-makers, it remains the ideal base for professionals operating at the top tier of the energy sector.
How to Apply
Are you ready to shape the future of marine fuel? Join the team leading the charge in European LNG bunkering. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a summary of their commercial achievements through the TotalEnergies Careers Portal.
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