We have a new opportunity for a Marine Engineer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Accra, Ghana. 

Our client is an international oil and gas operator who are looking for a dynamic Marine Engineer to join them on a Permanent basis, located at their office in Accra, with time offshore. 


Job Purpose 
  
The Marine Engineer serves as the onshore Subject Matter Expert (SME) for FPSO marine systems, providing technical assurance, planning support, and oversight for all marine engineering, inspection, and Class-related activities. The role supports the offshore Marine Superintendent, Engine Room team, and Execution Lead in maintaining marine systems in full Class compliance while ensuring safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across the asset lifecycle. 
  
The incumbent ensures that all marine inspections, repairs, and modifications are properly planned, executed, and recorded in the CMMS, aligned with Class requirements and the Integrity Activity Plan (IAP). The role acts as the focal point for coordinating marine contractors, reviewing inspection results, developing work packs, and implementing marine-related Management of Change (MOC) activities. 
  
  
Experience & Education 
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline. 

• Class 1 Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency or equivalent (advantageous). 

• Familiarity with OCIMF, IMO, and SOLAS requirements applicable to FPSOs. 

• Certification or formal training in inspection or integrity management (preferred). 

  
Skills 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in marine engineering, preferably in FPSO or tanker operations. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of Class, Flag, and statutory survey requirements. 

• Strong understanding of hull, structure, ballast, cargo, and mooring systems. 

• Experience with CMMS (e.g., Maximo) and inspection management tools. 

• Proven capability to manage and technically assess 3rd-party contractors. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret inspection data. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across multicultural teams. 

• Offshore experience required; offshore survival certification preferred. 

  Operational & Technical Support 

• Serve as the primary onshore marine SME supporting offshore teams in daily operations and planned campaigns. 

• Provide engineering guidance during inspection and repair campaigns, including offshore supervision when required. 

• Ensure marine inspection and maintenance activities are entered, tracked, and closed in the CMMS in alignment with Class and IAP requirements. 

• Develop and issue detailed work packs for repair and maintenance execution. 

• Lead root cause analyses and technical reviews for marine system failures. 

The client offers a competitive reward package of base salary, incentives and benefits which is designed to attract, retain, and motivate the best talent. Including; Hybrid working model with three days per week in the office, flexible hours, and a strong commitment to your developmen.




For further information about this position please apply.

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