Nigeria Offshore FPSO Jobs 2026 | Production, Marine & E&I Vacancies
The offshore oil and gas sector in Nigeria continues to expand with new production campaigns, brownfield upgrades, and asset life extension projects across FPSO, FSO, tanker, and offshore platforms. We are currently inviting highly experienced and safety-driven professionals to apply for multiple offshore positions.
If you have hands-on operational experience on an FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading), FSO (Floating Storage and Offloading), oil tanker (Suezmax / VLCC), or offshore rig, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your international offshore career.
These roles offer competitive offshore salaries, rotation-based schedules, tax-efficient earnings (subject to regulations), and long-term project stability.
🌍 Location: Nigeria (Offshore Rotation Basis)
All positions are offshore-based and require prior offshore experience in oil & gas production, marine operations, engine room operations, cargo handling, mechanical maintenance, or electrical & instrumentation (E&I) systems.
🔹 Offshore & Production Vacancies
1️⃣ Lab Technician (Offshore Laboratory Specialist)
Role Overview:
The Lab Technician plays a critical role in production optimization and quality assurance. This position involves conducting laboratory analysis on crude oil, produced water, gas samples, and chemical treatments to ensure compliance with operational and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform crude oil analysis (BS&W, API gravity, flash point, viscosity).
- Conduct water quality and chemical dosage testing.
- Monitor corrosion and scale formation.
- Maintain laboratory equipment calibration.
- Prepare compliance reports for offshore management.
- Ensure adherence to HSE and environmental regulations.
Required Experience:
- FPSO or refinery laboratory experience preferred.
- Knowledge of ASTM testing procedures.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
2️⃣ Medic (Offshore Paramedic)
Role Overview:
The Offshore Medic is responsible for primary healthcare delivery, emergency response, and medical evacuation coordination onboard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 24/7 emergency medical support.
- Conduct routine health assessments.
- Maintain medical inventory and equipment.
- Coordinate medevac operations.
- Deliver health awareness and safety training.
Requirements:
- Offshore medic certification.
- Advanced life support certification.
- Experience on offshore vessels or rigs.
3️⃣ Production Operator
Role Overview:
Production Operators ensure smooth hydrocarbon processing operations on FPSO facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Operate separators, compressors, gas dehydration units.
- Monitor SCADA/DCS systems.
- Conduct routine inspections.
- Manage start-up and shutdown procedures.
- Troubleshoot process deviations.
Experience Required:
- FPSO process plant experience.
- Knowledge of oil & gas separation systems.
- Familiarity with permit-to-work systems.
4️⃣ Production Superintendent
Role Overview:
Senior leadership role responsible for overall hydrocarbon production performance.
Responsibilities:
- Lead production teams.
- Optimize throughput efficiency.
- Coordinate maintenance and marine operations.
- Ensure regulatory compliance.
- Report to OIM and shore management.
5️⃣ Production Supervisor
- Supervise shift production teams.
- Ensure safe operational continuity.
- Monitor KPIs and production targets.
- Coordinate emergency response.
🔹 Mechanical & Maintenance Roles
6️⃣ Maintenance Superintendent
Role Overview:
Oversees mechanical reliability and preventive maintenance programs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop maintenance strategies.
- Supervise technicians.
- Manage CMMS systems.
- Ensure equipment availability.
7️⃣ Mechanical Supervisor
- Lead mechanical teams.
- Execute preventive maintenance.
- Ensure asset integrity compliance.
- Oversee rotating equipment repairs.
8️⃣ Mechanical Technician
- Repair pumps, compressors, turbines.
- Perform vibration analysis.
- Conduct equipment alignment.
- Maintain hydraulic systems.
9️⃣ Fabricator/Welder
- Perform structural welding.
- Conduct offshore steel repairs.
- Interpret technical drawings.
- Follow offshore hot work safety procedures.
🔟 Planner / Scheduler
- Develop maintenance schedules.
- Coordinate shutdown activities.
- Manage spare parts planning.
- Use SAP or CMMS software.
🔹 Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Roles
1️⃣1️⃣ E/I Supervisor
- Supervise electrical & instrumentation teams.
- Ensure system reliability.
- Manage HV/LV systems.
- Oversee calibration programs.
1️⃣2️⃣ Electrical Technician
- Maintain generators, switchboards.
- Troubleshoot power distribution faults.
- Conduct insulation resistance tests.
- Support emergency power systems.
1️⃣3️⃣ Instrument Technician
- Calibrate transmitters & analyzers.
- Maintain control valves.
- Troubleshoot DCS systems.
- Ensure process automation reliability.
🔹 Marine & Cargo Operations
1️⃣4️⃣ Marine Superintendent
Requirements:
- Master Mariner License.
- Experience on Suezmax / VLCC tankers.
- FSO / FPSO operational experience.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee marine compliance.
- Manage mooring operations.
- Coordinate cargo transfers.
- Ensure SOLAS & MARPOL compliance.
1️⃣5️⃣ Marine Cargo Supervisor
- Chief Officer License required.
- Oversee crude oil cargo handling.
- Manage STS transfers.
- Maintain cargo documentation.
1️⃣6️⃣ Cargo Operator
- 2nd Officer License required.
- Monitor tank levels.
- Conduct cargo sampling.
- Manage ballast operations.
1️⃣7️⃣ Engine Room Supervisor
- Oversee engine room operations.
- Manage propulsion systems.
- Ensure machinery reliability.
1️⃣8️⃣ Engine Room Operator
- Operate diesel generators.
- Monitor fuel systems.
- Conduct engine checks.
1️⃣9️⃣ Engine Room Assistant
- Assist engineers.
- Perform routine inspections.
- Support maintenance tasks.
🔹 Safety & Offshore Support Roles
2️⃣0️⃣ Safety Adviser
- Implement HSE policies.
- Conduct toolbox talks.
- Perform risk assessments.
- Lead incident investigations.
2️⃣1️⃣ OIM (Offshore Installation Manager)
- Overall offshore authority.
- Ensure safe production.
- Lead emergency management.
- Coordinate with onshore management.
2️⃣2️⃣ Bosun
- Supervise deck crew.
- Maintain deck equipment.
- Ensure mooring readiness.
2️⃣3️⃣ Crane Operator
- Operate offshore cranes.
- Conduct lifting operations.
- Follow lifting plans.
- Maintain crane certification.
2️⃣4️⃣ Pumpman
- Manage cargo pumps.
- Monitor pump room systems.
- Conduct maintenance checks.
2️⃣5️⃣ Able Seamen
- Support deck operations.
- Assist mooring activities.
- Maintain vessel cleanliness.
2️⃣6️⃣ Material Coordinator
- Manage offshore inventory.
- Coordinate spare parts logistics.
- Maintain procurement records.
2️⃣7️⃣ Storekeeper
- Maintain warehouse inventory.
- Issue spare parts.
- Track material consumption.
2️⃣8️⃣ Control Room Operator
- Monitor DCS systems.
- Coordinate production processes.
- Manage alarms and shutdown systems.
- Maintain operational logs.
🔹 Mandatory Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have relevant offshore FPSO, FSO, oil tanker, or rig experience
- Possess valid STCW certifications (Marine & Engine Room Crew)
- Cargo Supervisors – Chief Officer License
- Cargo Operators – 2nd Officer License
- Marine Superintendents – Master Mariner License
- Experience in Suezmax, VLCC, FSO, FPSO operations
- Strong knowledge of offshore HSE compliance
- Ability to work in rotational offshore environments
💼 Why Work Offshore in Nigeria?
Nigeria is one of Africa’s leading oil-producing nations, offering:
- High-paying offshore oil & gas jobs
- International project exposure
- Competitive rotation schedules
- Long-term contract stability
- Career advancement in offshore production operations
These positions are ideal for professionals seeking career growth in offshore oil & gas, marine operations, FPSO production, and engineering maintenance.
📩 How to Apply
Qualified and experienced candidates are invited to forward their updated CV and certifications to:
Ensure your email subject clearly states the position you are applying for.
If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a challenging offshore opportunity in Nigeria, apply now and take your offshore oil & gas career to the next level.