Crewing Officer

Job brief

To manage crew planning, deployment, administration, and compliance to ensure smooth vessel operations in accordance with company standards and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage crew planning, rotation, and sign on / sign off processes.
• Conduct recruitment, selection, and placement of seafarers.
• Manage and maintain crew documentation and certification validity.
• Arrange and monitor crew medical check-ups in compliance with requirements.
• Manage crew Performance Management System (PMS) including appraisal and evaluation.
• Manage and ensure compliance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Implement and maintain ISO requirements within the crewing scope, including SOPs and audits.
• Ensure compliance with MLC 2006, STCW, and other applicable maritime regulations.
• Coordinate with KPI, Seacom, manning agents, and other relevant external parties.
• Act as the main liaison between crew, vessel, and management.
• Prepare reports and monitor crew status. 

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in crewing, ship management, or maritime HR (fresh graduates may be considered for junior level). Managing oil tanker is a must
• Good knowledge of MLC 2006, STCW, and crewing-related regulations.
• Familiar with crew PMS, CBA handlling & implementation, and ISO-based management systems.
• Strong administrative, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Computer literate (MS Office and crewing management systems).