IHEANYICHUKWU IMEBUOGU
Apapa ,Lagos
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on marine operations and safety management. Capable of enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations through strong leadership and strategic planning. Skilled in navigation, vessel maintenance, and emergency response.
Committed managerial role with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.
Offering strong foundation in teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving. Knowledgeable about communication and adaptability, developed through military training and real-world experience. Ready to use and develop skills in critical thinking, resilience, and collaboration in marine coordinator role.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Motivated marine coordinator with 25 years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Marine Supretendent
Matrix Energy Limited
Ikoyi, Lagos
07.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted in coordinating vessel operations to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Supported maintenance activities by following safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Monitored environmental compliance by conducting routine inspections of vessels and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate effective communication during docking procedures.
Chief officer
Seaforce Shipping Limited
Victoria Island, Lagos
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance organisational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive policies to support operational goals.
- Drove organisational change with strategic leadership and clear communication.
Second officer
Corinthian Shipping
Victoria Island, Lagos
12.2015 - 11.2018
- Assisted in navigation and communication procedures to ensure safe passage of vessel.
- Conducted safety drills and training sessions to enhance crew preparedness for emergencies.
- Collaborated with senior officers to develop and implement efficient watchkeeping routines.
- Maintained accurate logbooks and reports to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Supervised deck crew in routine maintenance tasks to uphold vessel integrity.
- Coordinated cargo loading activities, ensuring balance of ship's stability.
Third officer
Marinegate International
Apapa, Lagos
03.2012 - 10.2015
- Navigated bridge operations ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and safety standards.
- Monitored navigational equipment to maintain accurate positioning and course adjustments.
- Coordinated with engineering team to address equipment malfunctions and implement repairs.
- Managed cargo operations ensuring secure stowage and adherence to weight distribution guidelines.
Cedat
Nigerian Maritime Agency
Apapa, Lagos
02.2001 - 06.2005
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Shipping and Logistics Management
Nigerian Institute of Shipping
Lagos State, Nigeria 03.2013 - 10.2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Nautical Science
Maritime Academy
Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria 03.1994 - 07.1996
Waec - Nautical Science
Senior Secondary School for Science, Etiti
Imo State, Nigeria 09.1991 - 06.1993
Skills
- Shipboard safety awareness
- Mooring expertise
- Firefighting training
- Water survival training
- Maritime operations knowledge
- Shipboard systems operation
- Cargo handling expertise
- Anti-Piracy measures awareness
- Marine engineering knowledge
- Navigation proficiency
- Radio operations
- Sea survival techniques understanding
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Use of navigational equipment
- Nautical chart interpretation
- Resilience in adverse conditions
Affiliations
- Football, Table Tennis
Certification
Membership
Council of Registered Mariners of Nigeria
Nigerian Institute of Shipping Administration
Timeline
Marine Supretendent
Matrix Energy Limited
07.2023 - 10.2025
Chief officer
Seaforce Shipping Limited
05.2018 - 02.2022
Second officer
Corinthian Shipping
12.2015 - 11.2018
Higher National Diploma - Shipping and Logistics Management
Nigerian Institute of Shipping
03.2013 - 10.2015
Third officer
Marinegate International
03.2012 - 10.2015
Cedat
Nigerian Maritime Agency
02.2001 - 06.2005
Diploma of Higher Education - Nautical Science
Maritime Academy
03.1994 - 07.1996
Waec - Nautical Science
Senior Secondary School for Science, Etiti
09.1991 - 06.1993