Yard Manager-Marine Works-Expatriate

Job Introduction

Adexen is recruiting a Yard Manager on behalf of a leading Nigerian marine construction group for the rehabilitation and modernization of the Port of Lagos.

Responsibilities

The Yard Manager will manage day-to-day yard operations supporting construction and marine works. He will ensure safe, efficient and orderly management of materials, equipment, laydown areas and internal logistics. He will support construction activities by ensuring materials and equipment availability in line with site schedules.

 

Yard Operations, Assets and Infrastructure Management

• Manage day-to-day yard operations supporting marine and port construction activities.

• Oversee the operation and maintenance coordination of concrete batching plants, cranes and heavy construction equipment.

• Ensure optimal availability and utilization of construction assets in line with site requirements.

• Organize yard layouts, laydown areas and circulation plans to support efficient operations.

 

Equipment, Machinery and Workforce Coordination

• Coordinate the deployment and scheduling of cranes, lifting equipment and construction machinery.

• Manage large operational teams, including shift-based organizations of up to 600 personnel.

• Ensure effective manpower planning, task allocation and supervision across day and night shifts.

• Coordinate closely with construction and marine teams to align resources with work fronts.

 

Material Reception, Storage and Internal Logistics

• Supervise the reception, inspection, identification and storage of construction materials.

• Control material movements within the yard to ensure timely supply to construction areas.

• Ensure proper storage conditions, traceability and protection of materials and equipment.

• Interface with logistics, procurement and transport teams to manage inbound and outbound flows.

 

HSE, Yard Security and Compliance

• Enforce strict compliance with HSE rules, lifting procedures and traffic management plans within the yard.

• Ensure yard security, access control and safe circulation of personnel, vehicles and equipment.

• Manage risk prevention measures related to heavy equipment, lifting operations and high-density manpower.

• Report incidents, near-misses, damages and corrective actions to the Construction Manager.

 

Planning, Reporting and Interface Management

• Align yard operations with construction schedules and marine operations.

• Prepare daily and weekly reports on manpower, equipment utilization, production and yard activities.

• Coordinate yard interfaces with port authorities, subcontractors and logistics providers.

• Anticipate operational constraints and propose solutions to avoid delays or disruptions.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Logistics, Civil Engineering or related field.

• 5–10 years of experience in yard management, site logistics or construction support roles on large infrastructure or marine projects.

• Strong understanding of construction site logistics, material handling and equipment management.

• Experience working in port or marine construction environments is a strong advantage.

• Strong safety awareness and experience enforcing HSE rules on site.

• Ability to coordinate multiple interfaces in a fast-paced construction environment.

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.