Manufacturing

Technical Officer

Starzs Investments Company Limited·Rivers, Nigeria·Full Time·Internship
Manufacturingentry-levelFull TimeInternship
-Closes Dec 1, 2026

Starzs Investments Company Limited is a wholly indigenous Marine Logistics Company incorporated in 1986 in Nigeria as a Private Limited Company under the Companies Act. The Company has grown to be one of Nigeria’s foremost 100% Indigenous Marine Logistics Service Company rendering safe and professional services to both International and Local Oil Companies. A valuable combination of knowledge, expertise and experience gained over the years, in Upstream Oil and Gas Industry projects has played a vital role in placing Starzs at the highest echelon of the Nigerian Maritime Industry as a world class Marine Logistics Services Provider.

We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Technical Officer

Location: Rivers

Job Summary

We are seeking a technically competent Technical Officer to support the Technical Superintendent in coordinating vessel maintenance, technical operations, procurement activities, and equipment repairs.

The successful candidate will help ensure the reliable operation of vessel equipment and compliance with safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Technical Superintendent in coordinating technical and procurement activities for vessels.

Assist with the planning, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of vessel equipment.

Support preventive maintenance programmes and routine technical checks.

Assist in troubleshooting technical systems and machinery.

Ensure spare parts and replacement components are correctly specified and ordered on time.

Coordinate with technical vendors and service providers.

Maintain technical documentation, records, and databases.

Prepare reports on maintenance activities and spare parts status.

Track action items and support technical improvements.

Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses.

Participate in technical and HSE meetings.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Marine Engineering is preferred.

Certificate of Competency (Engine).

Demonstrated experience in vessel and shipping operations.

Basic knowledge of the maritime industry.

Strong technical judgment, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Good planning, organisational, and records management skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

High level of confidentiality and commitment to safety.

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At a glance

Company

Starzs Investments Company Limited

Location

Rivers, Nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

December 1, 2026

Created

October 15, 2026

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