A Crewing Manager is responsible for managing the crewing operations of a shipping or maritime company. They ensure that the company's vessels are staffed with qualified and competent crew members who are able to carry out their duties effectively. The Crewing Manager is also responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant maritime regulations and managing the crewing budget.
Tasks:
- Developing and implementing crewing policies and procedures.
- Recruiting and selecting qualified crew members.
- Conducting interviews and assessments of potential crew members.
- Ensuring crew members are trained and qualified to perform their duties.
- Maintaining crew records and managing crew schedules.
- Coordinating crew changes and managing crew logistics.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant maritime regulations.
- Managing crew budgets and expenses.
- Resolving any crew-related issues or disputes.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of relevant maritime regulations and industry standards.
- Familiarity with crewing software and systems.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Ability to manage a diverse team of individuals from various cultures and backgrounds.
Personal Requirements
- Detail oriented and analytical.
- Collaborative and team oriented.
- Results-driven and goal oriented.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Empathetic and culturally aware.
A Crewing Manager plays a vital role in ensuring that a shipping or maritime company's crewing operations run smoothly. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisational and time management skills, and knowledge of relevant maritime regulations and industry standards. The ideal candidate should also possess strong leadership and management skills, and be able to manage a diverse team of individuals from various cultures and backgrounds. A Bachelor's degree in maritime studies, business administration, or a related field and several years of experience in crew management or a related field are required for this role.
How to Enter
- A Bachelor's degree in maritime studies, business administration, or a related field.
- Several years of experience in crew management or a related field.
- Knowledge of relevant maritime regulations and industry standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Further Information
South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA)
Tel: +27 (0) 12 366 2600
