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Hostel Warden & Drill Sergeant (RESIDENTIAL)

Tetra Maritime

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Lagos, LA, Nigeria
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SeaLearn Academy seeks a highly disciplined and experienced individual to serve as Hostel Warden & Drill Sergeant (Residential). The role combines responsibility for hostel management, cadet welfare, discipline, military-style training, security, asset management, and residential supervision.

The successful candidate will reside in the hostel and be responsible for maintaining discipline, order, safety, and accountability of cadets on a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week basis during academic terms, whilst developing officer-like qualities expected of future maritime professionals.

Requirements

Cadet Discipline, Training and Welfare

· Maintain strict discipline and enforce all Academy and Hostel Rules.

· Conduct daily fall-ins, parades, drills, inspections, and formations.

· Promote officer-like qualities including leadership, integrity, accountability, punctuality, teamwork, professionalism, and respect.

· Monitor cadet behaviour, attendance, appearance, conduct, and welfare.

· Investigate and report incidents of misconduct, indiscipline, bullying, theft, vandalism, substance abuse, or breaches of Academy regulations.

· Mentor cadets and provide guidance on personal and professional development.

· Accompany and supervise cadets to and from the college campus and during designated activities.

Residential Supervision and Hostel Management

· Reside within the hostel and provide continuous supervision of resident cadets.

· Manage day-to-day hostel operations and ensure compliance with established routines, curfews, study periods, and lights-out procedures.

· Maintain complete oversight of all hostel activities and ensure a safe, clean, and orderly living environment.

· Maintain occupancy records, room allocations, movement logs, and hostel registers.

· Supervise housekeeping, hygiene, and hostel standards always.

Reporting and Administration

· Submit Daily, Weekly, Monthly, and End-of-Term Reports to the Vice Principal and Principal.

· Report cadet misconduct, disciplinary matters, welfare concerns, absenteeism, property damage, security incidents, and maintenance issues.

· Maintain accurate records of inspections, attendance, disciplinary actions, inventories, repairs, and incidents.

· Provide recommendations for improvements to cadet welfare, hostel operations, and discipline standards.

Security, Safety and Maintenance

· Ensure the security and safety of cadets, staff, visitors, and Academy property.

· Conduct regular safety, security, and hostel inspections.

· Coordinate emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuations, and incident responses.

· Identify maintenance requirements and oversee minor and major repair works.

· Accompany the Officer-in-Charge during inspection rounds and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

· Liaise with contractors, maintenance personnel, security staff, and emergency services when required.

Asset and Inventory Management

· Maintain a complete inventory of all hostel furniture, equipment, fixtures, fittings, and Academy assets.

· Ensure proper safeguarding and accountability of Academy property.

· Report losses, theft, misuse, or damage of Academy assets.

· Conduct regular inventory verification and stock-taking exercises.

· Act as custodian of all user manuals, operational manuals, warranties, maintenance records, and equipment documentation.

Qualifications – Essential (E) Desirable (D)

· Bachelor's Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification. (E)

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. (E)

· Strong report-writing, administrative, and organisational skills. (E)

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (E)

· Qualification or training in Military, Naval, Maritime, Security, Leadership, Education, Health & Safety, or related fields. (D)

· First Aid and safeguarding training. (D)

Experience - Essential (E) Preferred (P)

· Minimum 8 years' relevant experience in military, naval, maritime, security, paramilitary, boarding school, residential training, or similar disciplined environments. (E)

· Experience in personnel supervision, discipline management, inspections, drills, parades, and residential accommodation management. (E)

· Experience preparing reports, maintaining records, and managing inventories. (E)

· Former Nigerian Navy Senior Rating, Chief Petty Officer, Warrant Officer, Instructor, Provost Staff, or Commissioned Officer. (P)

· Experience in cadet, recruit, military, maritime, or officer training institutions. (P)

Competencies

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

· Strong leadership and command presence.

· Exceptional discipline, integrity, and professionalism.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Sound judgement and decision-making ability.

· Strong organisational and administrative capabilities.

· Ability to mentor and motivate young adults.

· Attention to detail and accountability.

· Physical fitness suitable for drill, inspection, and supervision duties.

· Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies.

Additional Requirements

· Must reside within Academy accommodation during term time.

· Must be available outside normal working hours for supervision and emergency response duties.

· Must maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and conduct.

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