Recruiter, International

Location: Houston, TX

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position

Located

Houston

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and networked International Recruiter specializing in Crew Shipping and Maritime Logistics. The primary objective of this role is to source, vet, and mobilize highly qualified maritime crew and technical personnel from global markets to support our fleet and operational requirements.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

Global Sourcing & Talent Acquisition

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify qualified crew members (Deck, Engine, and Specialized Technical roles) across key maritime hubs (e.g., Philippines, India, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia).
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of pre-qualified candidates to ensure rapid mobilization during peak operational demands.
• Utilize specialized maritime job boards, agencies, and professional networks to attract top-tier talent.

Vetting & Compliance

• Conduct rigorous screening of candidates to ensure all mandatory certifications, licenses, and medical clearances are current and valid according to international and flag-state regulations.
• Verify sea-service records and conduct detailed reference checks to ensure technical competency and cultural fit.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and other relevant international labor laws.

Relationship Management

• Manage partnerships with third-party manning agencies globally, negotiating terms and monitoring performance KPIs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for crew members during the onboarding and mobilization phase, ensuring a seamless transition to the vessel.
• Required experience
• Industry Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in international recruitment, specifically within the Maritime or Crewing sector.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Expert-level understanding of STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) and MLC requirements.
• Global Mindset: Experience working across different time zones and cultures; fluency in English is required (additional languages such as Tagalog, Hindi, or Polish are a significant plus).
• Tools: Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and crew management software.

Required Education

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, or a related field; OR equivalent professional experience in international maritime recruitment.

Preferred Skills

Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.

Ability to navigate complex immigration laws for multiple countries.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.