Marine Supritendent / Fleet Manager at Strickland Services Limited (SSL)

Strickland Services Limited (SSL) is a fully indigenous, industry-leading Marine Logistics and Supply Services Company, renowned for delivering safe, reliable, and modern maritime solutions across the West African oil and gas sector. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, SSL provides a comprehensive portfolio of marine assets and support services designed to enhance offshore operations, improve efficiency, and ensure uninterrupted project execution. Leveraging cutting-edge vessels, experienced personnel, and strict safety and compliance standards, SSL has built a reputation as a trusted partner to major oil and gas operators. The company’s capabilities span marine transportation, offshore support services, supply boat operations, and specialized maritime logistics tailored to the unique demands of the energy industry.

Through innovation, continuous improvement, and a deep understanding of local and international maritime requirements, Strickland Services Limited remains dedicated to advancing marine logistics in West Africa while contributing significantly to the growth and sustainability of the region’s oil and gas value chain.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Marine Supritendent/Fleet Manager

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

Roles & Responsibilities
Fleet Technical Oversight & Seaworthiness Assurance:

• Exercise direct operational control over all vessels under management, ensuring continuous compliance with statutory, class, and client-specific requirements governing seaworthiness, safety, and environmental protection.
• Supervise vessel readiness and availability to meet contractual uptime performance metrics for FISVs, PSVs, AHTSVs, and crew boats supporting offshore operations.

Maintenance Planning & Asset Integrity Management:

• Develop and implement structured maintenance and repair programs, including planned maintenance systems (PMS), dry-docking schedules, and condition-based monitoring in accordance with OEM recommendations and class standards.
• Oversee critical systems integrity — propulsion, navigation, dynamic positioning, power generation, and auxiliary systems — ensuring optimal operational reliability and reduced lifecycle costs.

Crew Competency, Certification & Compliance:

• Monitor crew training matrices and certification compliance in line with STCW, MLC, and Flag State requirements.
• Conduct onboard assessments to verify crew competency, operational discipline, and adherence to safe work procedures.
• Coordinate with the crewing department for rotation planning and continuous professional development programs.

Operational Risk & Vessel Inspection:

• Conduct pre-departure and routine vessel inspections covering structural integrity, machinery performance, and safety management system implementation.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and risk assessments, implementing corrective and preventive measures to mitigate operational hazards.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with ISM Code, MARPOL, SOLAS, and ISPS requirements across the fleet.

Regulatory & Stakeholder Liaison:

• Serve as the technical liaison with classification societies, flag administrations, and port authorities for audits, surveys, and certification renewals.
• Coordinate with charterers, clients, and third-party inspectors to ensure operational transparency and satisfaction with service delivery standards.

Data Analytics & Reporting:

• Prepare and analyze detailed operational performance reports, including fuel consumption trends, voyage data, machinery downtime, and maintenance KPIs.
• Utilize digital fleet management tools and IoT-based monitoring platforms to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Emergency & Contingency Response Management:

• Act as the primary operational coordinator during vessel emergencies, ensuring timely activation of response protocols and liaison with relevant authorities.
• Conduct periodic drills and evaluations to enhance crew readiness for emergency response scenarios such as oil spills, fire, grounding, and security threats.

Qualifications & Requirements
Academic & Professional Credentials:

• Advanced Degree (M.Sc., M.Eng., or equivalent) in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Offshore Operations, or a closely related discipline from a recognized maritime institution.
• Mandatory Chief Engineer Class 1 or Master Mariner Class 1 Certificate of Competency (CoC), with endorsements for dynamic positioning (DP) operations, offshore intervention vessels, and multi-vessel fleet management.
• Completion of specialized professional courses in Fleet Asset Management, Advanced DP Operations, Marine Risk Management, and Predictive Maintenance Technologies is highly advantageous.

Experience & Expertise:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive, hands-on experience in offshore fleet management, including multi-vessel operations across PSVs, AHTSVs, FSIVs, and crew transfer vessels.
• Proven track record in planning, deploying, and maintaining offshore fleets, including condition-based maintenance, dry-docking, and lifecycle asset optimization.
• Extensive knowledge of dynamic positioning systems, propulsion technologies, auxiliary machinery, and DP-class vessel operations.
• Experience coordinating with class societies, flag administrations, port authorities, and charterers, ensuring full regulatory and contractual compliance.

Technical & Operational Competencies:

• Deep understanding of marine safety management systems, statutory surveys, ISM/ISPS/MARPOL/SOLAS compliance, and offshore HSE practices.
• Proficiency in digital fleet management tools, IoT-enabled vessel monitoring platforms, and advanced PMS software for predictive maintenance and operational performance analytics.
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret vessel performance KPIs, fuel consumption metrics, maintenance trends, and operational risk reports, translating insights into strategic fleet decisions.

Leadership & Professional Attributes:

• Exceptional ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, including technical superintendents, marine engineers, vessel masters, and crewing departments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, particularly with regulatory bodies, IOCs, EPC contractors, and offshore operators.
• Strong strategic vision, decision-making under high-pressure offshore conditions, and commitment to operational excellence and fleet reliability.
• Membership or fellowship in recognized maritime institutions or professional bodies (e.g., IMarEST, IMCA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to participate in offshore rotations, emergency drills, and vessel inspections under challenging offshore conditions.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness and operational control in dynamic, high-risk offshore environments, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction.

Application Closing Date
19th February, 2026.