Vessel Technical Superintendent (Expatriate) at an Oil and Gas Company - Oasis Africa Consulting Limited

Oasis Africa Consulting Limited - Our client is a prominent player in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry, the company’s operations span across major businesses in the Oil and Gas value chain. Presently recruiting for its Aviation business.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Vessel Technical Superintendent (Expatriate)

Location: Jakande, Lekki - Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• Responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective technical management of assigned vessels. This includes overseeing maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, statutory and classification surveys, and ensuring full compliance with international maritime regulations and company policies. 
• The role plays a critical part in maintaining seaworthiness vessel, minimizing downtime, and supporting operational excellence across the fleet.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to assigned vessels to ensure continuous safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor and ensure vessels' compliance with all flag state, class, IMO, and other regulatory requirements.
• Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, and refits within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate and manage third-party contractors, service engineers, and shipyards.
• Monitor vessel performance data and implement technical improvements or corrective measures where necessary.
• Review and control vessel budgets, technical expenses, and procurement of spares and services.
• Conduct regular onboard inspections and audits to assess vessel condition and crew adherence to safety and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain updated technical documentation, certification records, and maintenance logs.
• Assist in incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Liaise closely with the crew, fleet operations, HSSEQ team, and external stakeholders to ensure vessel readiness and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Logistics, or related discipline.
• Relevant certifications, such as STCW, ISM/ISPS compliance, and OPITO-approved training.
• Strong knowledge of oil and gas marine logistics, including vessel types (e.g., PSVs, AHTS, FPSOs).
• Familiarity with Nigerian maritime laws and offshore operations in the Gulf of Guinea.
• Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in vessel technical management, with at least 2 years in a superintendent or equivalent shore-based role.
• Experience with dry-docking, repair planning, and project supervision.
• Familiarity with ISM Code, Class Rules, SOLAS, MARPOL, and other maritime regulations.

Remuneration
Competitive renumuneration

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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