Field Operations Manager (Dredging Operations) at a Leading Infrastructure Development Company - PrimeAxis Consulting

PrimeAxis Consulting - Our client is a leading infrastructure development company delivering dredging, marine operations, equipment leasing, and civil construction services.

They are recruiting is seeking an experienced candidate to oversee and coordinate field activities across its dredging project sites in the capacity below:

Job Title: Field Operation Manager - Dredging Operation

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Dredging | Marine Operations | Infrastructure Development

Job Summary 

• The successful candidate will provide on-site operational leadership, ensuring that dredging activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project timelines and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide overall field leadership for dredging and marine operations at project sites
• To supervise site crews, operators, and technical personnel, ensuring effective coordination of daily operations
• To oversee the deployment and performance of dredging equipment, including dredgers, support vessels, pumps, and associated machinery
• To ensure optimal equipment uptime, proper maintenance coordination, and efficient fuel utilization
• To monitor daily production targets and operational performance across dredging activities
• To ensure strict compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards
• To coordinate field logistics, equipment movement, and operational resources across sites
• To prepare operational reports and progress updates for project management
• To collaborate with engineering, survey, and maintenance teams to support efficient project execution
• To identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions to improve productivity and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Marine Operations, or a related discipline
• 7–10 years’ experience in dredging operations, marine construction, or heavy equipment field operations
• Proven experience managing site teams and large-scale field operations
• Strong knowledge of dredging equipment, marine operations, and site logistics
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple crews, equipment assets, and operational schedules
• Strong leadership, coordination, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work effectively in demanding field environments and project-based locations.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working on large-scale dredging or marine infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of equipment productivity, fuel management, and operational efficiency.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online