Crewing Officer at Matrix Energy Group

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist in the crewing activities of the department
• Review the documents of new and returning crew sent by the manning agent to ensure completeness and that all documents and certificates are valid in line with STCW 2010
• Verify that the qualifications and certifications of new recruits onboard are authentic.
• Maintain accurate filing of the crew documents.
• Prepare monthly crew change plan for each vessel
• Plan crew repatriation with the manning agent when required
• Maintain proper filing of crew related documents sent from the vessels e.g appraisals, rest and watch hour forms etc. while ensuring their accurateness.
• Coordinate the familiarization of on-signing crew scheduled before they board the vessels
• Keep track of PPE usage and make necessary arrangements for new purchases
• Review contracts prepared by the manning agent and ensure accuracy
• Assist in ensuring that crew understand the company’s policies and procedures
• Periodically visit the vessels to keep abreast with the crew and their welfare levels onboard.
• Carry out internal audits as required.
• Prepare reports of your activities as required

REQUIREMENT AND EXPERIENCE

• BSc/HND from a Maritime Institution in a Social Science course or Human Resource Management.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of work experience on a similar role

SKILLS

• Knowledge of crewing standards such as STCW 2010, MLC 2006, ISM etc
• Good analytical and organizational skills
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• A team player with attention to detail
• Ability to pay strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work for extended hours when required
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite.