Crewing Manager

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by a leading maritime organization to recruit an experienced Crewing Manager for their operations in Nigeria. The position is based in Onne/ Nigeria.

Responsibilities

To ensure the effective planning, recruitment, deployment, and management of qualified crew for all vessels in line with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and company standards, while optimizing crew performance, welfare, and cost-efficiency.

Crew Planning & Deployment

• Plan and manage crew rotations to ensure vessels are always manned with qualified personnel.

Recruitment & Selection

• Source, assess, and recruit competent seafarers in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Compliance & Certification

• Ensure all crew hold valid certifications and that operations comply with international (e.g., STCW, MLC), flag state, and local (e.g., NIMASA) regulations.

Training & Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate necessary courses to maintain crew competence and readiness.

Performance Management

• Monitor crew performance, handle appraisals, and manage disciplinary or performance improvement actions as needed.

Crew Welfare & Support

• Address crew welfare matters, grievances, and onboard support, including health, safety, and wellbeing.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of crew data, contracts, certifications, and submit timely reports to management and regulatory bodies.

Vendor & Agency Coordination

• Manage relationships with crewing agencies, training centers, and travel providers.
• Design and implement recruitment and succession plans for crew:

Expected Outcomes

• Identify crewing needs, Regular update summary of crew status showing number in fleet and gaps.

• Coordinate internal mobility and manage promotion.

• Implement and monitor an adequate and cost-effective sourcing strategy.

• Timely coordination of recruitment process of recruitment of competent senior officers and ratings for assigned vessels in line with industry and flag state requirements.

• Documented and published Crew Planning process.

• Identification of Crew competency for all vessels in line with STCW requirements.

• Ensure appraisal process for all vessel and surfer crew in place.

• Ensure all crew certifications are accurate and updated.

• Obtain flag state certification and licenses required for crew.

• Consistent and accurate recruitment/succession Planning.

 

Desired Skills and Experience

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:

• Maritime Studies / Nautical Science.
• Marine Engineering.
• Human Resources Management.
• Business Administration.
• Logistics or Transport Management.

Preferred/Additional Certifications:

• STCW Certificates (basic maritime safety and familiarization training
• Diploma or certification in Crew Management or Maritime.

Experience:

10-12 years' experience in Crewing or a related function. Five(5) of those years MUST have been in a senior supervisory or management role.

Crew Management Systems (CMS):

• Proficiency in software like OCS, COMPAS, or other crew scheduling tools.

Maritime Regulations Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of STCW, MLC 2006, ISM Code, and flag state requirements.

HR and Recruitment Practices:

• Knowledge of seafarer recruitment, appraisal systems, and labor contracts

Crisis Management:

• Calm, structured response to emergencies, detentions, or seafarer welfare incidents.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and project management tools.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage crewing teams and relationships with manning agents.

Planning & Organizational Skills:

• Strong scheduling, prioritization, and multitasking abilities, especially for crew changes and mobilizations.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Clear communication with internal departments, seafarers, and external agencies; effective conflict resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to close up on set KPIs.
• Computer literacy.

 

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.