The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has announced vacancies for suitably qualified candidates who are high performing, innovative and possess the ability to meet deadlines. The recruitment exercise is aimed at filling various positions across the Authority’s port operations in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onne, Warri and Calabar.
The recruitment covers different positions and qualifications which include marine operations, engineering, communications, harbour management and other technical areas. Interested candidates are to go through all the positions, their qualifications and requirements before submission their applications.
Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment 2026
The Nigerian Ports Authority is a federal government agency responsible for Ports administration across different locations in the country.
The advertised vacancies include:
- Pilot Trainee – JSS 2 (GL 06)
- Marine Engineering Trainee – JSS 2 (GL 06).
- Trainee Seaman – JSS 3 (GL 04)
- Signalman-in-Training – JSS 3 (GL 04).
- Radio Officer II – SSS 4 (GL 08)
- Assistant Manager Radio – SSS 1 (GL 12).
- Marine Officer II – SSS 4 (GL 08)
- Senior Marine Officer/Engineer – SSS 2 (GL 10).
- Assistant Manager Harbours – SSS 1 (GL 12)
Candidates must ensure the possess the educational, professional, physical, mental, medical, experience and age requirements for the positions they are appy for.
Available Positions and Qualifications
1. Pilot Trainee – JSS 2 (GL 06)
Applicants for the Pilot Trainee position must possess the following requirements:
- Possess a minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering.
- Passed the Seafarers Medical Fitness Certificate.
- Five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or it’s equivalent.
- Applicants age must between 20 to 27 years.
- Applicants with ICT knowledge will have an added advantage.
2. Marine Engineering Trainee – JSS 2 (GL 06)
The requirements for Marine Engineering Trainee are the same to the Pilot Trainee position.
- Possess a minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering.
- Passed the Seafarers Medical Fitness Certificate.
- Have Five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or it’s equivalent.
- Applicants age must between 20 to 27 years.
- Applicants with ICT knowledge will have an added advantage.
3. Trainee Seaman – JSS 3 (GL 04)
- Applicants must possess five credit passes in Sciences in WAEC, NECO or it’s equivalent at not more than two sittings.
- English language and Mathematics must be included in the required credits.
- Only candidates who obtained their SSCE certificates within the last eight (8) years are eligible to apply.
- Applicants with ICT knowledge will have an added advantage.
- Applicants age must between 18 to 25 years.
4. Signalman-in-Training – JSS 3 (GL 04)
- Applicants must possess five credit passes in Sciences in WAEC, NECO or it’s equivalent at not more than two sittings.
- English language and Mathematics must be included in the required credits.
- Only candidates who obtained their SSCE certificates within the last eight (8) years are eligible to apply.
- Applicants with ICT knowledge will have an added advantage.
- Applicants age must between 18 to 25 years.
5. Radio Officer II – SSS 4 (GL 08)
Applicants under this category are expected to possess th following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Information Technology.
- Possess a Standard of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW 95).
- Have Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) certification.
- Posses a relevant professional certification required by the position.
- Applicants age must between 23 to 35 years.
6. Assistant Manager Radio – SSS 1 (GL 12).
Candidates applying for Assistant Manager Radio are expected to possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Information Technology.
- Possess a Standard of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW 95).
- Have Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) certification.
- Have a minimum of 10 years of cognate experience.
- Applicant’s age should not exceed 35 years.
7. Marine Officer II – SSS 4 (GL 08)
The Marine Officer II position requires applicants to have:
- OND in Nautical Science.
- COW (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Applicants age must between 22 to 35 years.
8. Senior Marine Officer/Engineer – SSS 2 (GL 10)
Candidates for this position should have:
- Class 2 Certificate of Competency (Deck).
- Chief Mate Unlimited or 1st Mate Certificate.
- Mandatory certificates applicable to the position.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Applicants age must between 25 to 35 years.
9. Assistant Manager Harbours – SSS 1 (GL 12)
Applicants for Assistant Manager Harbours are expected to possess:
- Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Deck) Unlimited.
- Mandatory certificates applicable to the position.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Applicants age must between 25 to 35 years.
The recruitment publication also pointed that applicants must a swimming ability as prerequisite for all the positions.
Locations for the Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment
The Nigerian Ports Authority are operating in the following locations and recruited candidates will posted across the ports:
- Lagos
- Port Harcourt
- Onne
- Warri
- Calabar
Required Documents
Interested applicants should prepare the following credentials and documents for their applications:
- Recent and updated CV
- Educational qualification certificates.
- SSCE certificates, i.e WAEC, NECO or equivalents.
- Relevant maritime/professional certificates.
- STCW 95 certificate where required.
- GMDSS certificate where required.
- Certificate of Competency where applicable.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate of Fitness where applicable.
- Current contact information
- Valid email address
- Active phone numbers
Applicants should make sure the bearing names on their qualifications and documents are the same with ones they will provide during application.
How to Apply for Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment
Qualified and interested candidates are instructed to submit their applications with a comprehensive CV online through the Nigerian Ports Authority Career Portal at www.nigerianports.org/careers or physically to the address below.
The application should include:
- Email address.
- Contact address, which should not be a P.O. Box.
- Mobile telephone number.
- Educational and professional qualifications.
Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment Portal:
www.nigerianports.org/careers
Or
https://nigerianports.gov.ng/careers
Applicants may also submit their applications to:
General Manager, Human Resources
Nigerian Ports Authority
26/28 Marina, Lagos.
Application Closing Date
The closing date for submission of applications is within six (6) from the date of the recruitment publication.
Application Tips for Applicants
Choose the right position
Only apply to the position that matches your qualifications, age and experience
Prepare a professional CV
Ensure you updated your CV to reflect the qualifications, professional certificates and the required skills and experience.
Use an active email address
Providing functional email and active phone number is important as they are the primary means of contacting candidates shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment.
Check your certificates
Ensure the names and dates on your certificates and documents are consistent with each other.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid the following mistakes:
- Do not apply for position that you don’t have the qualifications and requirements.
- Avoid submitting false or fake information.
- Do not provide fake or forged credentials and documents.
- Avoid providing incorrect email address and phone number.
- Avoid submitting outdated CV that do not reflect the requirements for the position applying for.
- Provide the necessary professional certificates where needed.
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