Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2026: Apply

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2026 is a nationwide recruitment exercise with multiple vacancies across marine, engineering, radio communication, and port operations roles. The positions are available in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onne, Warri, and Calabar.

Salary details and work mode were not specified in the vacancy information. NPA also stated that no fee is required at any stage of the recruitment process. Applications are to be submitted within six weeks of the publication of the vacancy notice (dated August 12, 2026), and candidates must apply using the hard-copy submission method provided below.

Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment Summary

• Recruitment Title: Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2026 (Multiple Vacancies)
• Recruitment Agency/Organization: Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA)
• Salary: Not specified
• Location: Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onne, Warri, Calabar (Nigeria)
• Work Mode: Not specified
• Career Level: Trainee to mid-level (varies by role/grade level)
• Application Deadline: Within six weeks of publication of the vacancy notice (published August 12, 2026)

Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment Requirements

Available positions (as listed)

• 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 by role

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

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
• GMDSS certification (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System)
• 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

Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment Benefits

• No application fee is required at any stage of the NPA recruitment process (as stated in the notice).
• Candidates should beware of fraudulent websites or individuals requesting payment.

How to Apply for Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment

Qualified candidates should submit a comprehensive CV containing:

• Email address
• Contact address
• Mobile telephone number(s)
• Academic qualifications
• Relevant professional qualifications and certifications

Submission method (hard copy):
Submit a hard-copy application addressed to:

The General Manager,
Human Resources,
Nigerian Ports Authority,
26/28 Marina,
Lagos.

Deadline: The notice states that applications should be submitted within six weeks of the publication of the vacancy notice (August 12, 2026). Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible.