Onboard Ship Security Officer at Dangote Industries Limited – Lagos

Dangote Industries Limited seeks an Onboard Ship Security Officer in Lagos to oversee vessel access control, security patrols, incident reporting and shipboard protection.

Role overview

Department: Security

Reports to: Head of Security

Key responsibilities

• Control and monitor access to the vessel, especially at the gangway and other designated access points.
• Verify the identity and authorization of crew members, visitors, contractors, stevedores, and other persons boarding or leaving the vessel.
• Conduct security patrols and maintain vigilance around the vessel, berth, and waterside interface.
• Prevent unauthorized boarding, theft, pilferage, smuggling, and other security breaches.
• Identify and promptly report suspicious persons, activities, unattended items, security incidents, or breaches.
• Maintain accurate vessel access/visitor records and security logs.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: Certification in First Aid, Basic Fire Safety, or Emergency Response is an advantage.
• Desired Experience: 2–5 years’ relevant experience in security operations, maritime security, surveillance, or access control. Experience within maritime ports, industrial free zones, or heavy logistics environments is highly preferred.
• Competence Required:
• Strong knowledge of maritime security regulations, ISPS Code, and shipboard security procedures.
• Ability to conduct security risk assessments, threat identification, and vulnerability inspections onboard vessels.
• Proficiency in access control, personnel screening, cargo security, and restricted-area monitoring.
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor ship security plans and emergency response procedures.
• Knowledge of maritime surveillance systems, CCTV, communication equipment, and security monitoring tools.
• Immediately escalate incidents or threats through the approved security reporting chain.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage onboard security personnel.
• Ability to respond effectively to security incidents, unauthorized access, theft, stowaways, and potential threats.
• Strong communication, conflict management, and interpersonal skills when dealing with crew members, port authorities, and other stakeholders.
• High level of alertness, integrity, discipline, confidentiality, and sound decision-making in high pressure situations.
• Strong report-writing, incident documentation, and record-keeping skills, with the ability to conduct security briefings and drills.