Hostel Warden & Drill Sergeant (RESIDENTIAL)

SeaLearn Academy seeks a highly disciplined and experienced individual to serve as Hostel Warden & Drill Sergeant (Residential). The role combines responsibility for hostel management, cadet welfare, discipline, military-style training, security, asset management, and residential supervision.

The successful candidate will reside in the hostel and be responsible for maintaining discipline, order, safety, and accountability of cadets on a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week basis during academic terms, whilst developing officer-like qualities expected of future maritime professionals.

Requirements

• Cadet Discipline, Training and Welfare

• · Maintain strict discipline and enforce all Academy and Hostel Rules.

• · Conduct daily fall-ins, parades, drills, inspections, and formations.

• · Promote officer-like qualities including leadership, integrity, accountability, punctuality, teamwork, professionalism, and respect.

• · Monitor cadet behaviour, attendance, appearance, conduct, and welfare.

• · Investigate and report incidents of misconduct, indiscipline, bullying, theft, vandalism, substance abuse, or breaches of Academy regulations.

• · Mentor cadets and provide guidance on personal and professional development.

• · Accompany and supervise cadets to and from the college campus and during designated activities.

• Residential Supervision and Hostel Management

• · Reside within the hostel and provide continuous supervision of resident cadets.

• · Manage day-to-day hostel operations and ensure compliance with established routines, curfews, study periods, and lights-out procedures.

• · Maintain complete oversight of all hostel activities and ensure a safe, clean, and orderly living environment.

• · Maintain occupancy records, room allocations, movement logs, and hostel registers.

• · Supervise housekeeping, hygiene, and hostel standards always.

• Reporting and Administration

• · Submit Daily, Weekly, Monthly, and End-of-Term Reports to the Vice Principal and Principal.

• · Report cadet misconduct, disciplinary matters, welfare concerns, absenteeism, property damage, security incidents, and maintenance issues.

• · Maintain accurate records of inspections, attendance, disciplinary actions, inventories, repairs, and incidents.

• · Provide recommendations for improvements to cadet welfare, hostel operations, and discipline standards.

• Security, Safety and Maintenance

• · Ensure the security and safety of cadets, staff, visitors, and Academy property.

• · Conduct regular safety, security, and hostel inspections.

• · Coordinate emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuations, and incident responses.

• · Identify maintenance requirements and oversee minor and major repair works.

• · Accompany the Officer-in-Charge during inspection rounds and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

• · Liaise with contractors, maintenance personnel, security staff, and emergency services when required.

• Asset and Inventory Management

• · Maintain a complete inventory of all hostel furniture, equipment, fixtures, fittings, and Academy assets.

• · Ensure proper safeguarding and accountability of Academy property.

• · Report losses, theft, misuse, or damage of Academy assets.

• · Conduct regular inventory verification and stock-taking exercises.

• · Act as custodian of all user manuals, operational manuals, warranties, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.

• Qualifications – Essential (E) Desirable (D)

• · Bachelor's Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification. (E)

• · Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. (E)

• · Strong report-writing, administrative, and organisational skills. (E)

• · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (E)

• · Qualification or training in Military, Naval, Maritime, Security, Leadership, Education, Health & Safety, or related fields. (D)

• · First Aid and safeguarding training. (D)

• Experience - Essential (E) Preferred (P)

• · Minimum 8 years' relevant experience in military, naval, maritime, security, paramilitary, boarding school, residential training, or similar disciplined environments. (E)

• · Experience in personnel supervision, discipline management, inspections, drills, parades, and residential accommodation management. (E)

• · Experience preparing reports, maintaining records, and managing inventories. (E)

• · Former Nigerian Navy Senior Rating, Chief Petty Officer, Warrant Officer, Instructor, Provost Staff, or Commissioned Officer. (P)

• · Experience in cadet, recruit, military, maritime, or officer training institutions. (P)

• Competencies

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• · Strong leadership and command presence.

• · Exceptional discipline, integrity, and professionalism.

• · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• · Sound judgement and decision-making ability.

• · Strong organisational and administrative capabilities.

• · Ability to mentor and motivate young adults.

• · Attention to detail and accountability.

• · Physical fitness suitable for drill, inspection, and supervision duties.

• · Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies.

• Additional Requirements

• · Must reside within Academy accommodation during term time.

• · Must be available outside normal working hours for supervision and emergency response duties.

• · Must maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and conduct.