Head of Crewing

MACNA, a wholly Saudi-owned company and a key member of the Al Blagha Group, has been a leader in marine mobility solutions since 1995. Focussing on passenger and cargo transport, we operate a specialised fleet of over 30 vessels. As the partner of choice in the Kingdom of high-speed passenger ferries and landing craft, we deliver safe, reliable and customer focused services to all our clients leveraging our history, experience and expertise.

Role provides hands-on leadership of Marine HR and Crewing operations, ensuring reliable workforce supply, regulatory compliance, and smooth execution of contracts and payroll. Acts as a trusted partner to the Company, translating business needs into practical crewing solutions.

• Lead Marine HR & Crewing Operations:
  Manage end-to-end employment processes including recruitment, contracts, payroll, compliance, and crew deployment.
• Ensure Compliance & Standards:
  Oversee adherence to Saudi labor law, international maritime regulations, and Company policies.
• Develop Workforce Capability:
  Implement training, performance management, and competency frameworks to maintain high standards.
• Optimize Resources & Vendors:
  Manage budgets, headcount, and manning agent agreements to ensure efficiency and cost control.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Maritime studies, Human Resources, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Previous seagoing experience is desirable.
• 10+ years of progressive HR and crewing leadership experience in the maritime/shipping industry.
• Proven success in managing international teams and complex workforce structures.
• Fluency in English;
  Arabic is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel as required.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Effective conflict resolution and employee relations management.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Fast and analytical decision making, based on assessment of the situation and related risks.
• Demonstrate ability to engage effectively with seafarers at all levels, address concerns, and deliver practical solutions.

• Marine HR operations management (contracts, payroll, compliance).
• Crewing management and workforce deployment.
• Labor law and maritime regulation compliance.
• Vendor and cost control management.
• HR systems and data reporting.
• Unrestricted understanding of maritime operations.
• Leadership and team management.
• Problem solving and operational decision-making.
• Cross-cultural communication and adaptability.
• Stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
• Strategic advisory to senior leadership.