Crewing Manager

Crewing Manager

Are you ready to be part of an international work environment among highly dedicated colleagues, working with crew operations in a world-leading product tanker company? If so, you might be the talented colleague we are looking for.

TORM is a leading, world-class shipowner where the goal is to become the Reference Company within the product tanker industry. Absolute reliability, high quality and safety are the cornerstones of the Company's success which we achieve through our renowned “One TORM” platform.

Our corporate culture is characterized by well-defined values and an informal but performance-oriented working environment.

The Job
The Crewing Manager will be part of the Marine HR Crewing team consisting of fourteen employees, and you will be reporting to the Head of Marine HR Operations. The right candidate will enjoy a role with the opportunity for vast cross functional involvement and get insight in the whole value chain of TORM.

The Crewing Manager is responsible for the day-to-day crewing operations of assigned vessels.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing a timely and cost-efficient crew change through close coordination of schedule with vessel for travel booking and send forward planning with reliever's name and status.
• Execution of back-to-back planning for Master, Chief Engineer and checking of compliance on Officer’s Matrix requirements.
• Managing seafarer’s career, performance, and development plan through appraisals.
• Monitoring career progression through promotion pipeline in coordination with the Learning and Development team.
• Identifying training needs and schedule through coordination with the Learning and Development team.
• Communicating to assigned seafarers on their vessel assignments, terms of contract, salary scale and benefits.
• The logistics of seafarers’ briefing/debriefing.
• Ensuring proper and timely documentation of all lined-up seafarers through coordination with the assigned Crewing Assistant.
• Updating of Crew Personnel System in relation to seafarer’s activity (planning, sign-on/sign-off, home) and approval of movements, reimbursements.
• Monthly review of vessel crew costs and budget
• Resolving seafarer’s disputes or concern through regular vessel calls or any other means of communication.
• Monitoring handled seafarers under sick and injury status, health, and life insurance through coordination with our Insurance and Welfare department.
• Coordination with other Marine HR teams globally to support and align fleetwide requirements.
• Coordination with Tanker Operations and support projects related to Marine HR.
• Conducting training for seafarers (e.g. induction, junior officer seminar, etc.) as per rotation with other Crewing Managers.
• Supporting global projects when they arise.
• Monthly participation in duty phone coverage rotation and meetings with vessels, Vessel Managers, etc.

The Profile
The ideal candidate should have the passion to lead and motivate the team to deliver operational excellence. You have at least two years of relevant work experience in the field of crewing operations. Relevant educational background in Maritime Studies is an advantage.

Furthermore, you are/have:

• Experience in crew planning is a must and working in Crew Personnel System.
• Solid knowledge of maritime policies, rules, and regulations both local and internationally (e.g. ISM, MLC, CBA, STCW, DMW).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and customer service orientation.
• High attention to details and strong planning skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Willing to be assigned to the Cebu branch from time to time

As the work environment is very important to us, the right candidate should be able to contribute to the positive social atmosphere in the team.

We Offer
We offer a competitive salary which will reflect your experience and qualifications, and an attractive benefits package including bonus and pension. Furthermore, TORM offers a variety of activities for our employees during the year.

At TORM, diversity and inclusion are not just values; they are integral to our success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to contribute their unique perspectives to our global team. Join us in shaping a diverse and inclusive future in the shipping industry.

We offer a permanent employment contract on local terms and conditions. Please submit your application and CV via above link or our website www.torm.com/careers/ashore as soon as possible or no later than 25 July 2024.

Applications are evaluated continuously, and interviews will take place as soon as possible. Your application will be treated with confidentiality. Our reply will be sent to the email address from which you send your application.