Crew and Navy Welfare Liaison Officer at Tamrose Limited

Tamrose Limited is a trusted name in marine services, committed to delivering high-performance solutions across Africa. With a strong operational footprint and a focus on reliability, Tamrose has built a reputation for operational excellence, underpinned by industry best practices, skilled personnel, and continuous process improvement.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Crew and Navy Welfare Liaison Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Crew and Navy Liaison Officer is responsible for coordinating interactions between Tamrose vessels, crew members, and naval/regulatory authorities to ensure smooth and compliant marine operations.
• The role ensures that all company vessels are appropriately cleared, crew are properly documented, and that all naval and maritime security protocols are fully adhered to.
• It also supports crew logistics, regulatory compliance, and the timely resolution of operational bottlenecks involving the Navy, Marine Police, NIMASA, NIWA, and other agencies.

Key Responsibilities
Navy & Security Liaison:

• Serve as the primary contact between Tamrose and the Nigerian Navy for operational clearances, vessel movement approvals, and maritime security coordination.
• Facilitate issuance and renewal of naval movement permits, port entry/exit clearances, and operational endorsements.
• Liaise with naval commands and Marine Police for escort arrangements, patrol updates, and operational safety matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of naval regulations and ensure company vessels operate in compliance with maritime security directives.
• Represent Tamrose in official engagements and meetings with Navy and other maritime security agencies.

Crew Movement & Documentation:

• Coordinate crew sign-on and sign-off processes in collaboration with the Crewing Officer.
• Ensure all crew possess valid naval and regulatory clearances before joining or departing vessels.
• Manage the issuance and renewal of security passes, port permits, and identification cards.
• Verify crew lists and crew change requests for accuracy before submission to the Navy, NIMASA, or port authorities.
• Liaise with immigration and port officials during crew embarkation and disembarkation.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:

• Support compliance with all NIMASA, NIWA, and DPR/NUPRC requirements relating to vessel operation and manning.
• Ensure that all required naval and security documents (permits, escort letters, security clearances) are current and accessible.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of vessel clearances, approvals, and correspondence with naval or government authorities.
• Track expiry dates for all security permits and proactively initiate renewal processes.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory reports and audit documentation.

Operational Support:

• Provide on-ground support for vessel clearance at ports, jetties, and offshore locations.
• Coordinate with logistics and marine operations teams to ensure timely vessel dispatch and crew movements.
• Escalate potential delays or regulatory issues that may affect vessel readiness or contractual delivery.
• Collaborate with the HSSE team to ensure that all operations align with Tamrose’s safety and security protocols.
• Support internal audits and external inspections by providing accurate and complete liaison documentation.

Relationship & Stakeholder Management:

• Develop and sustain positive working relationships with Navy, Marine Police, NIMASA, NIWA, Port Authorities, and other regulatory officials.
• Maintain a professional image of Tamrose in all external engagements.
• Foster collaboration between the crew, vessel masters, and shore-based operations to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for resolving issues relating to crew welfare or security during naval interactions.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Studies, Nautical Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in marine operations, crewing, or maritime liaison functions, preferably with exposure to the Nigerian Navy and regulatory agencies.

Knowledge & Competence:

• Strong understanding of Nigerian maritime laws, port clearance procedures, and naval coordination.
• Familiarity with offshore logistics operations and vessel certification requirements.
• Sound knowledge of security clearance and regulatory documentation processes.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• High level of initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Resilience under pressure and time-sensitive conditions.
• Professional demeanor and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their  CV to: careers@tamrose.com using "Crew and Navy Welfare Liaison Officer" as the subject of the mail.