Crewing Officer

Our marine client based in Glasgow is looking for a proactive and detail-driven Crewing Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.   In this pivotal role, you’ll take ownership of ensuring vessels are always crewed with the right people - qualified, experienced, and ready to perform at the highest standards. From managing certifications and compliance to keeping documentation shipshape, you’ll play a key part in maintaining smooth and efficient operations across vessels. 

The Crewing Officer role is a hands-on position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be actively sourcing and placing crew, responding to both contract and ad-hoc requirements, and building strong relationships to ensure every vacancy is filled with the best possible talent.   If you enjoy a role where no two days are the same and want to be at the heart of maritime operations, this could be the perfect next step.  

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

• Crewing experience is essential.
• Experience working with MS Office suite is essential.
• Educated to minimum Standard Grade or HND level (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline.
• Experience working within a ship management company / shipping industry (preferred).
• Experience working within recruitment or personnel-related activity (preferred).
• Team player and problem solver.
• Flexibility to work in an on-call Rota.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for recruitment of one-off placements and temporary seafarer recruitment for a variety of ranks, vessels and clients.
• Take an active and pro-active role in sourcing candidates.
• Oversee the processing of application forms.
• Assess applicants for suitability.
• Frequent liaison with clients and candidates, as well as other staff & management within the Company to ensure the best possible service is given.
• Verification of qualifications and certificates, ensuring authenticity and validity.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining database.
• Perform reference checks on marine personnel.
• Assist with Crew Management Contracts as required.
• Assist with travel bookings as required.
• Oversee the payroll checks for any personnel placed on payroll.
• Deal with any marine personnel enquiries.
• Assist with medical bookings.
• Process Certificates of Equivalent Competency applications, etc. as required
• Ensure there is always an adequate availability pool of all ranks, focusing on those ranks most frequently used.
• Ensure ship owner’s, manager’s and client’s requirements are fully understood, met and documented in writing.
• Keep the company database updated in a timely fashion & ensure any internet accessed information is also up to date
• Proactively update social media platforms.
• Adhere & comply to SMO code and any Quality Procedures established for the Company.
• Some travel throughout the UK and Europe to meet clients or carry out ship visits – limited adhoc.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER  

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package