The Federal Government through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has announced vacancies for qualified and high-performing candidates across several marine, engineering, radio communication and port operations roles.
The positions are available in Lagos, Port-Harcourt, Onne, Warri and Calabar, offering opportunities for candidates with qualifications ranging from secondary school certificates to relevant maritime and engineering credentials.
This is a government employment opportunity, and NPA has clearly stated that no fee is required at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants should also be careful of fraudulent websites and only use the official NPA career channel.
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Available Positions
- 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)
Eligibility & Requirements
1. Pilot Trainee / Marine Engineering Trainee
- Minimum of OND in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate of Fitness.
- Mandatory maritime certificates.
- WASSCE/WAEC or equivalent.
- Knowledge of ICT is an added advantage.
- Age: 20–27 years.
2. Trainee Seaman / Signalman-in-Training
- Minimum of 5 credits in Sciences, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
- Certificates must have been obtained within the last 8 years.
- Knowledge of ICT is an added advantage.
- Age: 18–25 years.
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3. Radio Officer II / Assistant Manager Radio
- B.Sc. or HND in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Information Technology.
- Relevant standard training certification and watchkeeping qualification.
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) certification.
- Assistant Manager Radio requires 10 years’ cognate experience.
- Age: 23–35 years.
4. Marine Officer II
- OND in Nautical Science.
- OOW (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.
- Mandatory maritime certificates.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Age: 22–35 years.
5. Senior Marine Officer/Engineer
- Class 2 Certificate of Competency (Deck).
- Chief Mate Unlimited or 1st Mate Certificate.
- Mandatory maritime certificates.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Age: 25–35 years.
6. Assistant Manager Harbours
- Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Deck) Unlimited.
- Mandatory maritime certificates.
- Seafarers Medical Certificate.
- Age: 25–35 years.
- Ability to swim is a prerequisite.
Locations
- Lagos
- Port-Harcourt
- Onne
- Warri
- Calabar
Application Deadline
The notice states that applications should be submitted within six weeks of the publication of the vacancy notice. Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible.
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How to Apply for Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2026
Qualified candidates should submit a comprehensive CV containing their email address, contact address, telephone number and relevant qualifications.
Apply online through the official NPA careers portal.
Alternatively, applications may be submitted to the General Manager, Human Resources, Nigerian Ports Authority, 26/28 Marina, Lagos.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the written test, interview and medical examination.
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View allNigerian Ports Authority states that there is no fee required for its employment process. Beware of fraudulent websites or individuals requesting payment for recruitment.
You can also check out more opportunities you are eligible to apply for on the Federal Government Initiative Category, Latest Grant Collection Category, and Job and Career Opportunity Desk.
