In the marine and offshore sectors, operations depend heavily on having the right crew — qualified, certified, and available when and where you need them. Managing your own crew full-time can be expensive and complex, especially when dealing with international regulations, rotations, and vessel-specific roles.

That’s where contract marine crew services come in.

Whether you’re operating a commercial vessel, FPSO, support tug, or conducting offshore construction, contract crew solutions give you cost-effective access to qualified personnel without the overhead of permanent hires.

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What Are Contract Marine Crew Services?

Contract marine crew services involve outsourcing the hiring, onboarding, and management of seafarers and offshore workers to a specialized provider for a defined project or rotation period.

This covers:

• Short-term or project-based crew hires

• Rotation or relief crew management

• Emergency or temporary manning

• Full vessel or platform staffing on contract terms

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Who Uses Contract Marine Crew Services?

These services are ideal for:

• ⛴️ Shipping companies (tankers, bulk carriers, container ships)

• 🛢️ Oil & gas operators (FPSOs, jack-ups, drillships)

• ⚙️ Marine construction & dredging firms

• ⚓ Port and terminal operators

• 📦 Logistics & maritime service providers

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Marine Crew Roles Available on Contract

Deck Department

• Master / Captain

• Chief Mate, 2nd & 3rd Officers

• Bosun, AB, OS

Engine Room

• Chief Engineer

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• 2nd & 3rd Engineers

• Motormen, ETOs

Offshore & Specialized

• Riggers, Roustabouts

• Crane Operators

• Welders, Fitters, Divers

• GMDSS Radio Operators, HSE Officers, Medics

Catering & Support

• Cook, Steward, Camp Boss

All crew are typically certified in:

• STCW, BOSIET, HUET, GMDSS, and Flag endorsements

• With valid seaman’s books, medicals, and travel documents

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Benefits of Contract Marine Crew Services

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How Wigmore Trading Supports Contract Marine Crew Needs

Wigmore Trading offers access to certified, experienced marine personnel for short-term, long-term, and emergency contracts across:

• Nigeria

• Ghana

• Angola

• Côte d’Ivoire

• West Africa offshore blocks and ports

We work with vessel owners, charterers, and EPC contractors to:

• Source and vet crew from both local and international pools

• Ensure 100% compliance with flag, IMO, and client-specific requirements

• Handle mobilization logistics: medicals, visas, travel, port formalities

• Offer optional payroll and HR administration support

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Real-World Example

Case Study:

A vessel operator in Nigeria needed a temporary replacement crew for a PSV during a two-month dock maintenance rotation.

Wigmore Trading:

• Sourced 6 deck and 4 engine crew

• Verified STCW, BOSIET, and flag endorsements

• Handled onboarding, visa processing, and port formalities

• Crew was on board within 5 working days

✅ Client met delivery deadlines
✅ No downtime
✅ All crew offboarded and demobilized per contract

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Why Choose Wigmore Trading?

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How to Get Started

1. 📩 Share your crew requirements (roles, number of workers, contract duration)

2. 🔍 Review candidate CVs, certification, and availability

3. 💼 Approve the crew list and payment terms

4. ✈️ Wigmore handles deployment, HR, and logistics

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Final Thoughts

Hiring and managing offshore crew doesn’t have to be a full-time burden. With contract marine crew services, you can access a skilled, compliant, and flexible workforce — on your terms.

Wigmore Trading is your trusted partner for sourcing, deploying, and managing contract marine crews in Nigeria and across West Africa.

📞 Contact us today to:

• Request available crew profiles

• Get a quote for your next project

• Discuss short-term or rotation-based staffing needs