Marine Workers for Hire – Certified Professionals for Offshore & Maritime Operations
When you operate in the marine or offshore sector, finding qualified marine workers for hire can be the difference between seamless operations and costly downtime. Whether you’re managing a vessel, an offshore project, or a port facility, access to ready-to-deploy, safety-certified personnel is mission-critical.
At Wigmore Trading, we connect businesses with a trusted network of marine workers for hire — across deck, engine, support, and specialized offshore roles — to meet your operational needs across Nigeria, West Africa, and beyond.
Who Are Marine Workers?
Marine workers are professionals trained to work on:
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Ships and vessels (cargo ships, tankers, PSVs, AHTS, etc.)
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Offshore platforms (FPSOs, rigs, semi-submersibles)
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Port operations (loading, docking, maintenance)
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Marine construction and dredging sites
They are equipped with specialized training such as:
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STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping)
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BOSIET / HUET for offshore safety
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Flag state endorsements, medicals, and seaman’s books
Marine Workers for Hire – Available Roles
⚓ Deck Department
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Captains / Masters
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Chief Officers, 2nd/3rd Officers
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Bosuns, Able Seamen (AB), Ordinary Seamen (OS)
⚙️ Engine Department
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Chief Engineers
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2nd & 3rd Engineers
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ETOs (Electro-Technical Officers), Oilers, Fitters
🛠️ Specialized Support Roles
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Riggers, Roustabouts, Crane Operators
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Divers, Welders, Scaffolding Crew
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Radio Operators, Medics, Camp Boss
🧹 Hospitality & Catering
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Cooks, Stewards, Housekeepers
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Galley Crew for offshore accommodation units
Why Hire Through a Professional Marine Staffing Partner?
Challenge | Solution with Wigmore Trading |
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❌ Unverified workers | ✅ We screen, certify, and reference-check all candidates |
⚠️ Safety and compliance risks | ✅ All workers meet STCW, BOSIET, and client safety standards |
⏳ Project delays | ✅ Fast mobilization from our pre-screened candidate pool |
📄 Visa and onboarding issues | ✅ Full support with travel, onboarding, and flag compliance |
📉 High turnover or poor fit | ✅ Role-matching ensures better crew retention |
Marine Worker Hiring Options We Offer
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Short-term contracts (specific projects or rotations)
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Long-term crew placements for vessels or offshore assets
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Bulk hiring for multi-vessel operations or site-wide projects
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Emergency crew replacements on short notice
Industries We Serve
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🛳️ Commercial Shipping
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🛢️ Offshore Oil & Gas
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⚓ Port Operations
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🌊 Marine Construction & Dredging
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🧪 Subsea Engineering & Surveying
Why Choose Wigmore Trading?
At Wigmore Trading, we:
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Maintain a growing network of licensed and certified marine professionals
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Partner with global agencies to offer Nigerian and international crew
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Help clients meet local compliance (e.g., Nigerian Content Law)
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Support the full lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, documentation, payroll
Real Client Example
Case Study:
An international offshore contractor operating in Nigerian waters required:
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8 certified riggers
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4 ABs (Able Seamen)
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2 ETOs
Wigmore Trading:
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Delivered verified CVs within 48 hours
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Managed BOSIET certification checks
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Handled onboarding, travel, and visa processing
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All workers were on-site and operational within 7 days
✅ Zero downtime
✅ Full compliance
✅ Cost-effective staffing
How to Hire Marine Workers Through Wigmore Trading
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📩 Send your crew requirements (job titles, number of roles, project duration)
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🔍 We match from our certified talent pool
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💼 You receive CVs, certificates, and availability
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✈️ We handle mobilization, onboarding, and HR paperwork
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🧾 You get full documentation and support throughout the contract
Final Thoughts
Hiring marine workers doesn’t have to be slow, risky, or expensive. With the right staffing partner, you can:
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Meet project timelines
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Stay compliant
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Improve offshore performance
Wigmore Trading is ready to help you hire skilled, certified marine workers for your vessel, port, or offshore project — anywhere in West Africa.
📞 Contact us today to:
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Get a staffing quote
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View available candidate profiles
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Discuss short-term or long-term marine workforce solutions
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