Tetra Maritime is a leading Nigerian ship owner and operator, providing comprehensive and tailor-made solutions across the oil and gas supply chain, including upstream, midstream, and downstream.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Maritime Navigation Lecturer
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Description
- Sealearn is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Lecturer in Maritime Studies to join our faculty.
- The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials and industry experience.
- This role involves teaching, curriculum development, creation and delivery of simulation and practical exercises, research, mentoring and contributing to the academic and professional growth of the institution.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and update curriculum to meet regulatory standards (e.g., IMO/STCW) and industry trends.
- Prepare Courseware including presentations, simulation exercises and practical mockups, keeping in mind the pedagogy of learning, to enable top quality transfer of knowledge and skills to the learner.
- Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions in subjects such as navigation, maritime safety, cargo operations, commercial operations, environmental protection and related disciplines.
- Monitor and oversee courseware developed by junior faculty and provide feedback and guidance towards their improvement.
- Supervise student projects, dissertations, and assessments.
- Engage in research and writing articles for reputed journals and publications relevant to the maritime field. Deliver presentations at reputed seminars and conferences that enhance the image of SeaLearn.
- Provide mentorship and academic guidance to junior faculty and students.
- Participate in internal committees, quality assurance processes, and accreditation activities.
- Collaborate with maritime industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to enhance training relevance and employability of graduates.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Recognized professional certification Master Class I Certificate of Competency (e.g., Master Mariner) from a reputed Flag administration.
- A master’s degree (or PhD in-progress in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Education, or a related field, will be an advantage).
- Holds an Administration-approved certificate to ‘Train the Trainer’ and/or ‘Train the Simulator Trainer’. Teaching or training experience (even informal or as part of professional duties) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in maritime education and/or seagoing or shore-based maritime industry roles.
- Strong understanding of international maritime regulations including STCW Proven teaching and curriculum development experience at a higher education level.
- Experience in academic research or industry-driven projects is an advantage.
- Familiarity with e-learning tools and simulation-based training.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, with a collaborative approach.
- Established network within the maritime sector (industry or academia).
- Computer savvy and has working expertise in MS Office and other software tools and apps.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Benefits
- This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-impact team at the heart of the business.
- The role offers exposure to strategic decision-making and the potential for career progression within the organisation.