Marine Officer Bonga and EA FPSO

About the Role

Join Shell Petroleum Development Company as a Marine Officer for our Bonga and EA FPSO installations in Nigeria, where you will play a critical role in safe and efficient offshore energy operations. You will understudy and assist the Marine Supervisor in managing cargo loading, ballasting, vessel stability, and general shipboard duties, ensuring all offshore activities meet rigorous industry standards.

• Assist with maintaining the Safety Case and implementing the Safety Management System on the installation.
• Execute safe loading, storage, transfer, and discharge of crude oil and ballast water while maintaining vessel stability.
• Manage slop tanks, operate the inert gas generator, and prepare tanks for entry and return to service.
• Perform first-line maintenance on ancillary equipment to ensure the Single Point Mooring Buoy remains operational.
• Serve as Permit to Work Area Authority for marine systems, cranes, lifeboats, and cargo handling.
• Control marine activities, standby vessel operations, anchor/survey/diving works, and radar/GMDSS units.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies including NMDPRA, NUPRC, NNPC, and Immigration, and support port facility security.

• Valid Class 1 Master Unlimited Certificate of Competency with tanker endorsement, or Chief Mate Unlimited CoC with extensive tanker experience.
• Minimum of 36 months of seagoing service on tankers and at least 5 years in the maritime industry.
• Valid GMDSS certificate and strong knowledge of terminal operations, vessel stability, and safety systems.
• Prior FPSO/FSO operations experience and familiarity with FRAMO pumping systems are strong advantages.
• Sound understanding of OCIMF, SIGTTO, ICS, and PIANC standards, oil accounting, and Permit to Work systems.

• Competitive salary and offshore allowance package.
• Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents.
• Continuous professional training and career advancement opportunities within a global energy leader.

Skills