West African Exploration and Production Company (WAEP) is an indigenous energy company focused on the exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbon resources across West Africa. Headquartered in Lagos State, Nigeria, WAEP is committed to delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions through industry best practices, technological innovation, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship.
The company operates with a strong focus on integrity, safety, professionalism, and corporate responsibility while contributing to energy security and economic growth across the region.
Job Title: Marine Technician
Company: West African Exploration and Production Company (WAEP)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Oil and Gas / Marine Engineering
Experience: 8–12 years
Role Purpose
The Marine Technician will operate, monitor, and support the maintenance of marine equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations while maintaining equipment integrity and compliance with established operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic corrective maintenance on assigned marine equipment and systems.
- Support the maintenance of winches, capstans, mooring equipment, pumps, hydraulic systems, and other marine auxiliary equipment as applicable.
- Inspect equipment condition, identify defects, and promptly report abnormalities or safety concerns.
- Assist with marine equipment testing, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacement in accordance with approved procedures.
- Support safe cargo, lifting, mooring, and transfer activities within assigned competency and authorisation.
- Maintain tools, spares, and maintenance records and provide accurate equipment-status information.
- Work with vessel crews, offshore maintenance teams, and marine supervisors during troubleshooting and repairs.
- Execute work under Permit to Work (PTW), isolation, toolbox-talk, and HSE requirements.
- Participate in emergency drills and marine response activities as assigned.
- Maintain good housekeeping and equipment preservation standards in marine work areas.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Equipment availability and reliability.
- Preventive maintenance compliance.
- Safe execution of assigned work.
- Maintenance response time.
- Quality of maintenance records.
- Housekeeping and equipment preservation.
- Reduction in repeat equipment failures.
Qualifications & Experience
- HND or Technical Diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 8–12 years of relevant marine technical or offshore maintenance experience, preferably in oil and gas operations.
- Relevant offshore safety, marine technical, STCW, or trade certification is desirable.
Core Competencies
- Marine mechanical systems.
- Hydraulic equipment.
- Mooring and deck equipment.
- Preventive maintenance.
- Technical troubleshooting.
- PTW and HSE compliance.
- Maintenance documentation.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online using the link below:
Application Closing Date: 7th October, 2026.