Crewing Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimise crew schedules in compliance with operational and regulatory requirements
• Ensure the right competencies are assigned to the right vessel at the right time
• Manage absences special leave requests and arrange necessary replacements
• Coordinate crew rotations and ensure continuity of operations
• Monitor working hours rest periods and provide out-of-hours support when required
• Anticipate hiring needs and lead recruitment of seagoing personnel
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline through schools agencies and partnerships
• Supervise variable payroll elements and ensure administrative compliance
• Manage relationships with manning agencies and optimise associated costs
• Prepare and monitor the crewing budget with a focus on cost efficiency
• Identify training needs and ensure validity of certifications and crew documentation
• Maintain the competency matrix and support crew development initiatives
• Support career progression and promote internal mobility opportunities
• Implement retention strategies to reduce crew turnover
• Produce HR reports and monitor key indicators headcount budget manning usage

• Proven experience in crewing or maritime operations with team management responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations and labour law
• Experience in budget management and cost optimisation
• Fluent English and good command of Microsoft Office
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership, with integrity, discretion and a solution-oriented mindset