Assistant Operations Manager at Bourbon Interoil Nigeria Limited – Port Harcourt, Rivers

Bourbon Interoil Nigeria Limited is recruiting an Assistant Operations Manager in Port Harcourt to support vessel readiness and operational logistics. The role coordinates inspections, vessel preparation, material supply, quayside activities and deployments, while supporting safe and efficient marine operations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare vessels for client pre-hire inspections and deployment, ensuring crew-requested materials, critical spare parts, engine oil and cleaning supplies are available one day before departure.
• Prepare vessels in line with company and marine standards, testing navigation and operational equipment such as plotters, VHF radios, GPS, echo sounders, computers, photocopiers, internet and CCTV systems, and completing inspection checklists.
• Prepare vessels for OVID inspections and upload required documentation before remote or physical inspections.
• Arrange quayside space at Amadi Base for incoming vessels and vessels requiring maintenance, crew changes, lifting operations or dry-docking.
• Follow up with the Purchasing Department on urgent and routine vessel-material requirements.
• Work with the Logistics Officer to ensure materials reach inshore and offshore vessels promptly and support their operational endurance.
• Coordinate client crew changes at Amadi Base in line with client and health-related requirements.
• Gather evidence from relevant departments to close outstanding findings from client pre-hire and OVID inspections.
• Maintain inventory records for operational materials and navigational equipment carried onboard vessels, including publications, charts, cameras, safe-haven materials, binoculars, portable VHF and emergency radios, parallel rulers and dividers.
• Oversee Operations Coordinators and Operations Officers, including daily fleet monitoring during vessel transit.
• Keep fleet charts current and coordinate remote CCTV reviews with the Technical Department.
• Support safe vessel operations through offshore visits, navigational audits and crew coaching and development.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification, with a minimum of HND or BSc.
• Five to ten years’ experience in the maritime industry, including at least five years at sea.
• Ability to promote and lead health, safety and environmental awareness within the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of maintenance tools and methodologies and the implementation of maintenance plans.
• Knowledge of marine-industry best practices, including pollution controls, rules of the road and simulator use.