The Crewing Manager is required to:
- Assist the HR/ Crewing Coordinator with all crewing processes and procedures.
- Support the HR/Crewing Coordinator to handle monthly crew mobilization and rotation for all vessels.
- Handle crew logistics and accommodation and pre-inform crew onboarding date/ location monthly.
- Support the HR/ Crewing Coordinator with monthly interfacing with the manning agent.
- Upload crew documents biannually on the crewing portal based on the charterers requirements.
- Liaise with the issuing authorities to verify and authenticate crew certificates and licenses.
- Regularly update the seafarers pool with qualified seafarers which can be drawn from to man vessels in the SSL fleet.
- Support the coordination of staff Offshore Safety Permit card renewal yearly.
- Update crew database quarterly and in accordance with clients requirements.
- Handle all administrative tasks related to the biannual appraisal exercise for all staff.
- Support the prompt processing of payroll monthly.
- Liaise with the HMO/ Medical retainership for staff upon request.
- Assist in conducting recruitment selection placement and onboarding when assigned.
- Conduct exit interviews for junior personnel.
- Work with the HR/Crewing Coordinator to keep a record of and process staff leave requests and approval.
- Involved in handling staff complaints/ grievances and escalating to management when required.
- Assist in renewing Organisational statutory certificates (PENCOM GROUP LIFE NSITF ITF etc.) and Vessel certificates yearly.
- Draft internal and external memos and letters when required to do so.
- Involved in community relations interface.
- Be responsible for your health and safety and that of others affected by your actions at work.
- Other duties as assigned by Executive Management.
Qualifications :
Knowledge Skills and Attributes Required
- Knowledge of the HR value chain (end-to-end)
- Knowledge of relevant Marine labor legislations (MLC 2010 MIMASA requirements etc.)
- Crew Management
- Recruitment and Employee Engagement
- HRIS
- Effective Communication skills
- Document & Records Management
- Business report writing
- Effective planning and organizational skills
- Crisis Management
- Should be able to use initiative and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage relationships with seafarers effectively.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- Compliance and conformance with S.M.A.R.T objectives as set in the performance appraisal sheet
- Regulatory compliance
- HR service delivery
- High Staff Retention Rate (Crew and Shore base)
- Effectiveness of operational strategies deployed.
- Cost Savings
- Internal customer satisfaction levels
- 100% compliance with all companys QHSE policies and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- University degree in Business Administration Public Administration Public Relations and communication or other related/relevant area. A Masters degree is an added advantage.
- Relevant professional qualifications such as CIPM CIPD SHRM or HRCI certifications will be advantageous.
- A Professional Diploma in Crew Management is desired.
- 2 3 years cognate work experience in HR practice and Crewing in a reputable Marine and/or structured business environment.
- Ability to listen negotiate influence all categories of people and act calmly and reasonably even under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills.
Additional Information :
The deadline for submission is June 23 2025. Interviews are on a rolling basis to this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time