About this role
Shipping Compliance Officer
Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience
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Location Lagos
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Job Field Shipping and Maritime
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Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
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Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
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Conduct internal audits, inspections, and compliance assessments for office operations and vessels.
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Assist in incident investigations and monitor the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
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Coordinate safety drills, compliance activities, and staff awareness programs.
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Monitor compliance with applicable maritime regulations, industry standards, and statutory requirements.
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Maintain and update compliance records, risk registers, and management system documentation.
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Support vessel readiness for regulatory, statutory, and customer inspections.
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Monitor crew certification and competency compliance.
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Analyze inspection findings and compliance trends and prepare periodic management reports.
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Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance operational safety, quality, environmental performance, and continuous improvement.
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Participate in emergency response activities as required.
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QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
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A graduate of a recognized Shipping Academy
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HSE certification is an added advantage e.g NEBOSH, OSHA, etc.
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Good knowledge of international shipping standards e.g MARPOL, ISPS, MLC, ISM etc