Operations Executive at LD&D Consulting

Salary Budget: ₦500,000

Job Objective

To coordinate and manage daily marine logistics operations, ensuring timely service delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across five core service areas:

• Marine Vessel Supply
• Bunker Supply
• Ship-to-Ship (STS) Operations
• Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services
• Barge Operations

The Operations Executive will drive performance in line with company standards and client expectations while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Marine Vessel Supply

• Deploy various vessel types (AHTS, FSIV, PSV, crew boats, security boats, accommodation barges) for offshore support.
• Oversee 24/7 crew activities and ensure timely maintenance.
• Ensure 100% compliance with national and international maritime standards.
• Target: Zero downtime and full quarterly compliance audit success.

Bunker Supply Operations

• Manage high-quality fuel procurement and delivery across multiple ports.
• Monitor compliance with MARPOL and IMO regulations.
• Enable real-time tracking and reporting of bunker operations.
• Target: ≥95% compliance and quality rating, zero fines.

Ship-to-Ship (STS) Transfers

• Coordinate certified crew, tugboats, and safe rigging/unrigging operations.
• Ensure adherence to OCIMF and MARPOL protocols.
• Monitor operations continuously.
• Target: Zero incidents, 100% certified personnel.

Ship Clearing & Port Agency Services

• Facilitate berthing, customs clearance, harbor documentation, and emergency response.
• Engage with relevant port authorities for swift vessel turnaround.
• Target: Clearance within 3 hours, zero documentation errors monthly.

Barge Operations

• Manage licensed barges (800MT – 4000MT) for inland and offshore logistics.
• Ensure full compliance with NPA, NIMASA, and NIWA regulations.
• Deliver tailored barge solutions to client needs.
• Target: 100% compliance and ≥90% operational uptime monthly.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and regulators.
• Provide weekly updates and resolve issues promptly.
• Target: 100% response rate within 24 hours, ≥85% client satisfaction score.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate operational records and ensure full regulatory alignment.
• Prepare documentation for audits and inspections.
• Target: 100% documentation accuracy and inspection compliance.

Operational Reporting

• Submit weekly status reports, project updates, and monthly dashboards.
• Target: 100% timely report submissions.

Team Management & Continuous Improvement

• Supervise operational staff and third-party contractors.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Target: At least one improvement initiative per quarter and increased team performance scores.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Logistics, Maritime Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in offshore or marine operations.
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations (IMO, MARPOL, OCIMF, NPA, NIMASA, NIWA).
• Excellent coordination and communication skills.
• Experience in reporting, planning, and stakeholder management.