Principal (Maritime Academy) at Tetra Maritime

Tetra Maritime is a leading Nigerian ship owner and operator, providing comprehensive and tailor-made solutions across the oil and gas supply chain, including upstream, midstream, and downstream. With a fleet of Nigerian-flagged vessels operating across the African continent, and a strategic partnership with Union Maritime, a UK-based ship owner with global acclaim, we are committed to delivering end-to-end logistics solutions to our clients.

Established in 2007 as Beta Shipping, we have evolved to become a premier provider of marine logistics solutions in the Nigerian oil and gas sector, striving to meet and exceed client expectations through the implementation of best practices. Our vision is to be the premier destination for all-in-one marine logistics solutions in the Nigerian oil and gas sector, delivering optimal returns to all stakeholders while remaining socially responsible.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Principal (Maritime Academy)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Union Maritime is a leading global shipowner and shipping solutions provider, powering global trade by transporting essential cargo safely, sustainably, and efficiently.
• We operate with an unwavering commitment to excellence,leveragingextensive maritimeexpertiseand innovative technologies to deliver reliable and agile services, enabling our partners to unlock new growth opportunities.
• We strive to build long-term partnerships and foster a culture of sustainability that creates value for our customers, crew, and the global communities we serve.

Responsiblities
Academic Role:

• In charge of all training activities at SeaLearn Academy / SeaLearn Training Institute.
• Ensure the curriculum and syllabus used are current, relevant, and up to date.
• Implement maritime industry, company, and regulatory training requirements in line with best industry practices.
• Ensure the Training Centre complies with approved standards and quality assurance systems in line with national and international requirements.
• Represent SeaLearn and its parent company at international forums, conferences, and official meetings.
• Serve as a member of the Think Tank for future training needs of SeaLearn Ltd.

Management Role:

• Act as Management Representative for SeaLearn Training Institutions and report to Top Management.
• Oversee various Training and Learning & Development (L&D) functions within the company.
• Ensure learning programmes are developed, monitored, and delivered to the highest standards for officers and ratings to manage modern-day ships competently.
• Develop SeaLearn Academy into a leading maritime training institution on the West Coast of Africa.
• Ensure all statutory requirements, approvals, and affiliations are maintained at all times.

Management Representative:

• Liaise with Technical, Operations, and QHSE Heads to understand business requirements and identify training needs.
• Develop and administer courses based on organisational requirements.
• Engage with Top Management to plan and administer training programmes aligned with company objectives.
• Periodically review training demand and supply and develop strategies to meet objectives, including marketing strategies and AI systems to track prospective candidates and optimise course capacity.
• Identify associated risks, operational environments, and external factors impacting training quality and implement mitigation measures.
• Prepare and present the Annual Global Training Report to Top Management.

Building the Reputation of the Academy / Institute:

• Liaise with Nigerian and UK administrations, Classification Societies, IMO, shipping bodies, and universities for curriculum approvals, inspections, audits, and examination patterns.
• Serve on standing committees related to Maritime Education and Training in West Africa and globally.
• Actively participate in national and international seminars and conferences as a delegate or speaker.
• Identify upcoming regulatory requirements that may impact operations and develop relevant training programmes.
• Monitor training effectiveness through crew performance feedback, KPIs, and training standards.
• Identify and document stakeholders, their expectations, and concerns, and engage clients periodically.

Quality Control:

• Identify, record, and address deficiencies related to training activities to prevent nonconformities.
• Control training processes until deficiencies are corrected and quality improvements are achieved.
• Ensure continuous process improvement with strong emphasis on safety, asset protection, and environmental protection.
• Maintain the integrity of the management system during planned and implemented modifications.
• Ensure evaluation and assessment processes are thorough, secure, and periodically reviewed.
• As Principal, participate in regular reviews of course curricula and training methodologies and introduce new programmes annually.
• Ensure the highest level of cybersecurity is maintained across the campus.
• Engage cadets and trainees periodically to gather feedback and implement improvements.
• Promote the highest levels of safety and security for trainees and employees.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2026.