Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for Union Maritime Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026.
About Union Maritime
Union Maritime is a global ship management and maritime services company specializing in the commercial and technical operation of tanker vessels. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company manages a modern fleet serving major international energy and commodities markets. Union Maritime focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while providing reliable transportation solutions for crude oil, refined products, and chemical cargoes. With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and crew welfare, the company works closely with charterers and partners worldwide, positioning Union Maritime as a trusted player in the global shipping and maritime logistics industry.
Summary
- Company: Union Maritime
- Job Title: Union Maritime Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/MSC
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria, Singapore
Job Title: Union Maritime Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
Programme overview
- 2 years. 4 rotations. Endless opportunities.
- Begin your career with Union Maritime through our comprehensive Graduate Programme, designed to accelerate your professional development across the global maritime industry.
Programme locations:
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Singapore
- Both cohorts may have the opportunity to rotate into other international offices in the second year, depending on business needs.
- During the programme, you will complete four six-month rotations across key business areas, gaining a well-rounded understanding of how Union Maritime operates end-to-end. Each rotation is structured to give you exposure to diverse parts of the business while being supported by experienced mentors and line managers.
Possible rotation areas include:
- Projects: Plan, launch, and deliver real maritime initiatives.
- Commercial Operations: Manage vessel performance and ensure smooth cargo movements.
- Top Fenders: Experience marine services and port operations firsthand.
- Technical: Explore the engineering and innovation driving our fleet.
- SeaLabs: Develop digital and data-led solutions shaping maritime technology.
- HR: Support recruitment, growth, and company culture initiatives.
- Finance: Deliver analysis and insights to guide commercial decisions.
- Global Admin: Coordinate cross-border operations and business processes.
- TMS: Engage with vessel engineering, compliance, and performance.
- Tetra Foundation: Contribute to training and youth development projects across the maritime sector.
Program Specs
- Throughout the programme, you will gain cross-functional exposure, working closely with teams across continents while building your technical and leadership capabilities.
- At Union Maritime, we are growing fast, and we want graduates who share that ambition.
- In Singapore, you will also have the chance to explore roles in commercial analytics and strategy within the Projects team, contributing to the innovative, data-driven work that underpins our continued expansion across Asia and beyond.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver meaningful projects and contribute to measurable business outcomes during each rotation.
- Engage actively with line managers, mentors, and peers; participate in midpoint and end-of-rotation reviews.
- Collaborate across multiple locations and time zones, fostering a culture of inclusion and safety.
- Participate in learning and development activities, including individual and group projects.
- Present project outcomes to senior stakeholders and build a portfolio of achievements.
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Requirements for Union Maritime Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
Candidate requirements
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in any discipline.
- For Singapore applicants: degree completion by July 2026.
- For Nigeria applicants: completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme by July/August 2026.
- Minimum classification: Second-Class Upper Division (2:1) or equivalent.
- 0-2 years post-qualification experience (Bachelor’s or higher).
- Availability to commence the programme in September 2026 for a two-year duration.
- Demonstrated strengths in communication, analytical problem-solving, teamwork, and a growth mindset.
- Fluency in English and ability to work onsite at your chosen base for the full programme duration (Sept 2026 – Aug 2028).
- Ability to work 5 days a week onsite and reliably commute to Apapa (for Lagos-based roles).
- Legal work authorisation in Lagos or Singapore (please note: no sponsorship provided).
Benefits
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work within a high-performing, international shipping and maritime investment environment.
- Exposure to high-impact commercial projects and senior stakeholders.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture, with strong opportunities for professional development.
- Development across business, operational, and technical streams, building towards future leadership capability.
Deadline
30th January, 2026
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