Marine Pilot Hire Nigeria - Certified Harbour & Port Pilots

Marine Pilot – Nigeria

African Land provides qualified and experienced Marine Pilots for vessel navigation and manoeuvring through Nigeria’s ports, terminals, and offshore approaches. Our pilots ensure safe, compliant, and efficient vessel movements, supporting both commercial and offshore shipping operations.

Why Hire Our Marine Pilots

• Certified Professionals: All Marine Pilots are STCW and IMO-certified, holding valid Master Class I or II licenses, with specialized pilotage and bridge resource management (BRM) training.

• Extensive Experience: Our Pilots have guided vessels through Lagos, Port Harcourt, Bonny, Onne, Escravos, and Warri channels — working with:

  • Oil and LNG tankers

  • Bulk carriers and container ships

  • Offshore support and construction vessels

• Precision & Safety: Experts in tug coordination, berthing, unberthing, and navigational risk assessment, ensuring full compliance with Port Authority and ISM standards.

• Local Knowledge & Tide Awareness: Skilled in handling vessels in restricted waters, tidal zones, and heavy traffic, ensuring smooth transit even under challenging conditions.

• Competitive Compensation: Weekly rates range from ₦800,000 to ₦2,000,000, depending on vessel type, port, and operation complexity.

Deployment & Coverage

African Land supplies Marine Pilots for short-term, rotational, or full-time contracts across all major Nigerian ports and offshore terminals. Mobilization, certification verification, and scheduling are managed in-house for reliable service continuity.

Hire a Certified Marine Pilot Today

Ensure safe and efficient vessel movements with African Land. Hire a certified Marine Pilot today for port entry, berthing, or offshore transit operations anywhere in Nigeria.