Job Summary

The Manager of the Crew Department leads crew strategic planning, recruitment, deployment, training, administration, welfare, and performance management to ensure compliance with maritime regulations and support safe, efficient vessel operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and long-term crew plans in collaboration with Technical, Operations, and Safety Management teams to maintain manning compliance.
• Verify all seafarers possess valid certificates, training records, medical fitness, visas, and endorsements per STCW, MLC, flag state, and port state regulations before vessel deployment.
• Manage crew rotation schedules to optimize manning levels, ensure adequate rest periods, and comply with work/rest hour regulations.
• Coordinate with manning agents, training centers, and flag state authorities to secure a reliable, cost-effective crew supply chain.
• Administer crew payroll, allotm...