Crewing Manager for Seaways International, UAE

Seaways International has successfully carved a niche for itself in the Offshore Industry as a well-established owner of modern Offshore Support Vessels since its inception in 1995. With offices in Dubai (HQ), Mumbai (India), Singapore and in Luanda (Angola), we have continually sought to develop ou r resources and improve our capabilities to ensure that we are best placed to meet the requirements of our Clients in a continually changing and challenging environment. Seaways International’s fleet comprises of DPS-1 &DPS-2 capability AHT’s, DSV’s, Towage Tugs, Barges and Crew Boats. We have carved a niche in the field of FPSO / SBM / Drill Rig Support, sub-sea construction/ IRM support, Static / Ocean Towages and Port / Terminal handling and are confident we have the right assets and operational experience to fulfil our Clients’ expectations.

Summary: 

Crewing manager is responsible with supervising of overall recruitment, logistics, crew planning and administration of all sea staff for the managed vessels; relations with principals; budgeting; development, promotion of the company & etc.

Job Description

Recruitment:

Verify the fleet crew request to various agents send;
Shortlist & scrutiny of Checklist-120HOP (Employment Application Form for Seafarers);
Conduct Second interview of shortlisted candidates;/Third interview by Marine / Technical department;/Fourth interview by GM / Tech Manager;
Verification of all STCW documents & All other project related Documents;
Verification of authenticity of COC;
Reference checks with at least 3 previous employers;
Complete and verify Checklist-121HOP (Record of Crew Documents) for approved candidates;
Complete crew briefing form Checklist-122HOP (Induction Briefing of Crew before Employment and issue relevant employment contract 
Communicate and coordinate with Master of the Fleet for related crew problems
Budgets:
Prepare annual budget for expenses on crew of entire fleet and 
Verify Fleet crew List and maintain KPI for salaries and coat of recruitment;
Verify and authorize crew salary payments and BOW;
ISM & ISO Certification:
Maintain files as per QSMS for crewing department;
Make sure crew recruited onboard meet Flag state / Class / IMO / Local coast state requirements;
Review QSMS for relevant procedures for crewing department.

Experience: 10 years of related experience and/or exposure and training in similar function in the offshore industry.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education 

Required Skills:

Knowledge of vessel management, HR and the Maritime industry as a whole to successfully work in Crew Management at a senior level.

Able to work under pressure and in time constraints, well organized and focused on achieving results

Applicant Nationality: Any Arabic National, Any European National, Indian, Filipino

Email: crewing@seawaysintl.com / careers@seawaysintl.com