Tetra Maritime
Logistics
Head,LocalContent(WAF)
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“Head, Local Content (WAF) at Tetra Maritime. Skills: Local content, Regulatory compliance, Maritime operations, Stakeholder management. Manage local content requirements for union-operated vessels. Oversee documentation submitted to regulators”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure full alignment with regulatory bodies; Safeguard operational continuity; Support evolving needs of Tetra Upstream unit
Industry & Context.
Operational problem-solving; Regulatory bottleneck resolution
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8–15+ years in maritime, offshore, logistics, or regulatory roles in Nigeria, Experience with NIMASA, NUPRC, NMDPRA, Customs, and NSC, Experience with cabotage, CVL, TIP, and vessel compliance frameworks, Understanding of Nigerian local content laws, Proven ability to build and manage relationships with regulators, unions, and government agencies, Background in shipping, marine operations, offshore logistics, or upstream support, Direct exposure to vessel operations in Nigeria, Experience overseeing regulatory filings, vessel documentation, permits, and audit readiness, Familiarity with maritime labour regulations, CBAs, and expatriate crew compliance, Ability to resolve vessel clearance, permitting, and regulatory bottlenecks quickly, Capable of leading the local content function independently, Set processes and drive accountability, Understand business impact of compliance decisions, Support operational continuity and growth
Nice to Have
Progression and agency exposure
What You'll Do.
Manage local content requirements for union-operated vessels
Oversee documentation submitted to regulators
Ensure accuracy of compliance files
Provide guidance on local content obligations
Ensure internal teams adhere to regulations
Drive continuous improvement across local content processes
Serve as primary liaison with Nigerian maritime
Maintain working relationships with authorities
Provide updates to leadership on regulatory changes
Monitor vessel-related regulatory issues
Resolve regulatory issues promptly
Track upcoming regulatory changes
Report upcoming regulatory changes
Ensure timely submission of permits
Ensure timely renewal of permits
Ensure timely submission of licenses
Ensure timely renewal of licenses
Ensure timely submission of certifications
Ensure timely renewal of certifications
Expand into supporting Tetra Upstream unit
Lead broader regional compliance initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Government agencies; Maritime unions; Regulatory bodies; Leadership updates
Communication Scope
Leadership updates
Full Job Description
Role Purpose The Head of Local Content oversees all regulatory, compliance, and local content activities for Union Maritime’s operations in Nigeria. The role ensures full alignment with national maritime, customs, and petroleum regulatory bodies while maintaining strong relationships with key authorities. This position safeguards operational continuity for all union-operated vessels and supports the evolving needs of the Tetra Upstream unit. Core Responsibilities 1\. Local Content & Regulatory Compliance * Manage all local content requirements for union-operated vessels in Nigeria. * Oversee documentation (vessel and technical) submitted to regulators and government bodies. * Ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper maintenance of all compliance files. * Provide guidance on local content obligations and ensure internal teams adhere to evolving regulations. * Drive continuous improvement across all local content processes. 2\. Government & Regulatory Authority Engagement Primary bodies include: NIMASA * Cabotage registration * Labour compliance * Registration of ships (ROS) / Flagging * Manning compliance enforcement * Safety oversight * Marine Environment Management (MEM) * General NIMASA services NUPRC & NMDPRA (HQ & Zonal Offices) * Tank calibration * Coastal Vessel License (CVL) Customs (HQ & Zonal Offices) * Temporary Import Permit (TIP) processing * General customs services Nigeria Shippers’ Council (NSC) * Compliance audits including CBN forex platform requirements Union & Manning Compliance * Manage relationships with maritime unions * Oversee Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) * Ensure compliance for non‑Nigerian crew manning Third‑Party Agency Services * Provide agency support to partners such as DSL, SALBAS, etc. 3\. Stakeholder & Relationship Management * Serve as the primary liaison with all major Nigerian maritime, customs, and petroleum authorities. * Maintain strong working relationships to ensure smooth vessel operations and regulatory approvals
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