Crewing Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of crew personnel administration

• Plan/update schedule and movement for all crew

• Supervise implementation and execution of Crewing department procedures

• Ensure compliance with marine regulations (MPA, ICA etc)

• Interaction with crew on manpower/welfare issues including payroll

• Ensure that Company’s fleet of vessel is well manned with qualified crews and in compliance with regulations/STCW

• Manage the selection and recruitment of all seafarers in accordance with Company’s procedures

• Sourcing for crewing agencies that meet Company’s needs

• Handling visas and ensuring legislation of crew certification adhered

• Manage and administer crew’s training records

• Submission of Application/Refund of Foreign Worker Levy

• Involvement in Company ISM/MLC and other regulatory audits and maintaining documentations

• Reviewing performance of all seagoing personnel and make recommendations on their remuneration package or training needs after consultation with the Department Heads.

• Resolving employment disputes with seafarers and their representatives and ensuring smooth completion of same.

• Stay abreast of manning developments including the requirements of ILO, Flag Administration, Seamen’s union and representative bodies, shipowners’ unions and employment associations.

• Prepare monthly and weekly reports to the Director.

• Other Ad-Hoc duties relating to Marine/Crewing/HR

Requirements:

• Min 5 years experience in a similar capacity as Crewing manager in shipping companies

• Knowledge of application for employment passes (including Work Permit/ S Pass etc) & MOM regulations

• Bachelor Degree in Human resource/general business or marine related fields

• Good leadership and people management skills

• Knowledge of Bahasa Melayu/Indonesia will be a distinct advantage

• Meticulous, pro-active with positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Good interpersonal skills and able to work well with others in a fast paced working environment

• Able to work independently and as a team