Hostel Warden & Drill Sergeant (Residential)

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.