Marine Maintenance Planner – FPSO Operations Lagos

VINCI is a world leader in concessions, energy and construction, employing 280.000 people in more than 120 countries. We design, finance, build and operate infrastructure and facilities that help improve daily life and mobility for all. Because we believe in all-round performance, above and beyond economic results, we are committed to operating in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Marine Maintenance Planner – FPSO Operations Jobsby role

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Work Arrangement: Residential Onshore

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Offshore Interface: Periodic FPSO visits as required

Industry: FPSO / Offshore Oil & Gas Discover moreFree job postingTry Operations SoftwareInternDescription

We are seeking an experienced Marine Maintenance Planner – FPSO Operations to support the safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance of FPSO marine, hull, and associated topside systems. The Marine Maintenance Planner will be responsible for coordinating, planning, scheduling, and optimizing preventive, corrective, condition-based, and statutory maintenance activities while ensuring asset integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness. The role requires strong marine engineering knowledge, practical experience in offshore/FPSO operations, and a solid understanding of Classification Society and statutory requirements, including BV, DNV, ABS, or equivalent standards. Candidates with a background as a Marine Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer Officer are particularly encouraged to apply.

Provide technical expertise and maintenance planning support for FPSO marine systems, including:

Hull structures Ballast systems Cargo systems Seawater systems Marine utilities Lifesaving equipment Marine safety systems

Provide technical guidance to offshore operations and maintenance teams to support safe and effective maintenance execution. Support Asset Integrity Management activities through effective maintenance and inspection planning. Ensure maintenance strategies and plans are aligned with operational requirements and industry best practices.

Develop, implement, and continuously optimize maintenance strategies for FPSO marine, hull, and associated topside systems. Plan and schedule preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities using SAP PM or equivalent CMMS platforms. Review, challenge, validate, and prepare maintenance work orders, job plans, and supporting technical documentation. Develop detailed maintenance work packs covering:

Scope of work Manpower requirements Materials and spare parts Special tools and equipment Permit requirements Isolation requirements Scaffolding and access requirements Estimated execution duration

Ensure maintenance activities meet all readiness criteria prior to offshore execution. Develop and maintain 30-day, 90-day, and annual maintenance look-ahead plans. Coordinate campaign-based maintenance, major inspection programs, and shutdown preparation activities. Align maintenance activities with operational priorities to maximize equipment reliability and FPSO availability.

Coordinate marine certification activities and ensure compliance with applicable Classification Society and statutory requirements. Monitor certification cycles and ensure timely preparation, execution, and submission of required documentation and deliverables. Liaise with BV, DNV, ABS, or other applicable Classification Societies, as well as Flag State authorities and regulatory bodies. Support compliance with applicable requirements, including:

SOLAS MARPOL ISM Code NUPRC requirements NCDMB requirements Applicable offshore and marine regulations

Coordinate preparation and follow-up activities associated with Class surveys, statutory inspections, and certification renewals.

Plan and coordinate marine inspection campaigns, including:

Underwater hull inspections and surveys Hull thickness measurements Structural integrity inspections Lifting equipment inspections Lifeboat inspections and testing Marine safety equipment inspections

Ensure inspection findings are accurately documented, assessed, prioritized, and incorporated into maintenance plans. Monitor and coordinate the close-out of integrity-related corrective actions, recommendations, and inspection findings. Support the identification and management of safety-critical and integrity-critical equipment.

Coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, Logistics, and offshore teams to ensure timely availability of:

Critical spares Materials Consumables Specialist services

Review and optimize Bills of Materials (BOMs), spare parts strategies, and stock levels for marine systems. Support critical spares management and material preservation programs. Monitor material readiness and proactively address potential supply or logistics constraints that could delay maintenance execution.

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of SAP PM master data, including:

Equipment hierarchies Maintenance plans Task lists Bills of Materials Maintenance history

Drive continuous improvement in maintenance planning processes and CMMS data quality. Support maintenance reporting, data analysis, and performance reviews. Identify opportunities to improve maintenance effectiveness through data-driven analysis and better planning practices.

Monitor and report key maintenance and asset performance indicators, including:

Equipment reliability Schedule compliance Maintenance backlog Downtime Certification status Asset integrity performance

Support maintenance stewardship meetings, operational audits, and management reporting. Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to reliability, maintenance optimization, and overall asset performance initiatives. Support the training and development of maintenance personnel through technical knowledge sharing, coaching, and mentoring.

Ensure all planned maintenance activities comply with Company HSE policies, Permit-to-Work (PTW) requirements, and offshore safety management systems. Participate in risk assessments,  Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), and lessons-learned activities. Ensure maintenance plans adequately address safety-critical and environmentally critical equipment requirements. Promote a strong safety culture through effective maintenance planning, preparation, and execution.

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. Marine Engineer Officer certification is highly desirable.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in offshore, FPSO, marine, or oil and gas operations. Previous experience as a Marine Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer Officer is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience in maintenance planning and coordination within an FPSO or offshore production environment. Proven experience supporting marine certification activities, Class renewal surveys, and offshore inspection campaigns. Experience coordinating maintenance-related materials, logistics, and specialist services.

Strong technical knowledge of FPSO marine, hull, utility, and associated topside systems. Proficiency in SAP PM. Experience with IPES, Maximo, or other CMMS platforms is an advantage. Strong knowledge of maintenance planning methodologies, including preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, condition monitoring, and asset integrity management. Familiarity with Classification Society requirements and marine certification processes. Good understanding of relevant marine regulations and standards, including SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, NUPRC, and NCDMB requirements. Strong understanding of offshore maintenance planning, work preparation, materials management, and execution readiness.

Strong planning, organizational, and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary and offshore/onshore teams. Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to provide technical guidance and influence maintenance best practices. Strong commitment to HSE, regulatory compliance, asset integrity, and operational excellence. Ability to work effectively in a structured, multicultural, and technically demanding environment. Fluent in English.

The ideal candidate is an experienced marine professional with a strong combination of hands-on marine engineering experience and maintenance planning expertise. A background as a Marine Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer Officer, combined with FPSO or offshore production experience, will be highly valued. You should be comfortable working across marine operations, maintenance, asset integrity, logistics, procurement, and regulatory stakeholders, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, compliance, and operational readiness.

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