Marine & Terminal Operations Coordinator
Terra Energy Services Nigeria Limited
full-time
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Marine & Terminal Operations Coordinator to support the safe and efficient coordination of marine and terminal activities within an upstream oil and gas environment.
The successful candidate will coordinate vessel movements, berthing and unberthing, mooring operations, cargo-transfer interfaces, vessel readiness, and marine logistics, while maintaining effective communication between vessel crews, terminal personnel, operations, security, and other stakeholders.
The role requires strong marine operational knowledge, excellent coordination and communication skills, and the ability to make sound decisions in a safety-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate safe marine and terminal operations, including vessel movements, berthing, unberthing, mooring, and cargo-transfer interfaces.
Monitor marine logistics, vessel readiness, terminal activities, and compliance with approved operating procedures.
Coordinate and maintain effective communication with vessel masters, agents, terminal personnel, operations, security teams, and other stakeholders.
Verify marine documentation, permits, operational checklists, weather and tide conditions, and overall operational readiness.
Support crude and product transfer activities while ensuring safe and effective marine interfaces.
Support marine assurance activities, incident prevention, emergency response, and operational readiness.
Monitor operational constraints and escalate marine, safety, weather, vessel, or terminal-related risks appropriately.
Maintain accurate vessel movement, cargo-interface, terminal, and operational records.
Support investigations and follow-up actions relating to marine incidents, near misses, and operational deviations.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's Degree or HND in Marine Transportation, Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
8 - 12 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas industry, with strong upstream E&P exposure.
Proven hands-on experience in comparable marine, terminal, offshore, or oil and gas operating environments.
Strong knowledge of marine operations, vessel coordination, cargo-transfer activities, HSE requirements, and operational procedures.
STCW certification appropriate to the candidate's professional background.
Relevant marine, offshore safety, or emergency-response certification is desirable.
Other relevant professional or technical certifications will be an added advantage.
Technical Expertise
The successful candidate should demonstrate practical and recent experience in:
Marine and terminal operations.
Vessel movement, berthing, unberthing, and berth coordination.
Mooring operations and mooring safety.
Cargo transfer and marine-terminal interfaces.
Vessel readiness and operational coordination.
Marine assurance and compliance documentation.
Marine logistics and vessel scheduling.
Weather, tide, and operational readiness assessment.
Emergency response and incident prevention.
Stakeholder and contractor coordination.
Marine operational records and reporting.
What We Value
We are looking for a professional who demonstrates:
Strong safety awareness and personal accountability.
Sound operational judgment and effective problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
Ability to remain calm and make timely decisions in safety-critical situations.
Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
Ability to work effectively with vessel crews, terminal personnel, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
High standards of integrity, professionalism, and compliance.