Marine Operations Coordinator at Human Capital Partners

Human Capital Partners (HCP) is a professional services firm specialising in the provision of HR consulting services covering the entire spectrum of the Human Resources value chain. HCP is the successor firm of the erstwhile Executive Selection and Training Services group of KPMG in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Marine Operations Coordinator

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are a leading upstream oil and gas exploration and production company seeking an experienced Marine Operations Coordinator to oversee and optimize all marine activities supporting offshore operations. 
• The successful candidate will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant marine logistics for drilling, production, and supply chain operations in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements. 
• This role serves as the critical link between onshore planning and offshore execution, coordinating vessels, personnel, and equipment movements while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Marine Logistics Coordination:

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate all marine support vessels (PSVs, AHTS, DSVs, crew boats, etc.) for offshore operations
• Manage day-to-day marine logistics including personnel transfers, cargo movements, and equipment deliveries
• Optimize vessel utilization to ensure cost-effective operations while meeting operational demands

Offshore Operations Support:

• Serve as primary point of contact for all marine-related communications between offshore assets and onshore teams
• Coordinate marine activities for drilling rigs, FPSOs, and production platforms
• Monitor weather conditions and advise on marine operations limitations

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all marine operations comply with company HSE policies and regulatory requirements (DPR, NIMASA, IMO)
• Implement and monitor safety management systems for marine operations
• Conduct pre-mobilization inspections and audits of contracted vessels

Contractor Management:

• Supervise and evaluate performance of marine service contractors
• Verify vessel certifications, crew qualifications, and compliance with contractual terms
• Maintain accurate records of vessel movements, fuel consumption, and performance metrics

Emergency Response:

• Participate in developing and testing marine emergency response plans
• Coordinate response to marine incidents or emergencies
• Maintain updated records of all safety equipment and lifesaving appliances

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare daily marine operations reports and maintain logs of all vessel activities
• Monitor and report on marine operational KPIs (vessel availability, utilization, downtime)
• Maintain records of permits, approvals, and regulatory documentation

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine / Nautical Science, Maritime Management, or related field
• STCW certification or equivalent marine qualifications preferred
• Valid BOSIET / HUET certification
• Minimum 8 years experience in marine operations, with at least 5 years in offshore oil & gas
• Strong knowledge of offshore support vessel operations and marine logistics
• Familiarity with Nigerian maritime regulations and offshore operating environment.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in marine operations software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick operational decisions
• Thorough understanding of offshore safety protocols.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a copy of their updated CV to: Recruitment@hcp-ng.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.