Crewing Superintendent

First Marine Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Crewing Superintendent to oversee offshore support vessel crewing operations. The successful candidate will manage crew assignments, ensure compliance with international regulations, maintain crew records, and support audits related to crewing. Experience in marine personnel management and strong communication skills are essential. Opportunities for long-term career development and a competitive salary package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career development opportunities

Professional work environment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in crewing or marine personnel management.
• Prior experience as a Crewing Superintendent or Senior Crewing Officer.
• Strong knowledge of STCW, MLC 2006, and Flag State regulations.
• Experience with offshore support vessels or workboats.

Responsibilities

• Manage crew assignments for all company vessels.
• Ensure compliance with STCW and flag state requirements.
• Maintain accurate crew records and documentation.
• Monitor crew performance and conduct evaluations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Crew management systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Crewing Superintendent to manage all aspects of offshore support vessel crewing operations. The ideal candidate will ensure that vessels are manned with qualified, certified, and competent crew in compliance with international regulations, flag state requirements, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage crew assignments for all company vessels
• Ensure compliance with STCW, MLC 2006, Flag State, and Class requirements
• Maintain accurate crew records, certifications, and documentation
• Coordinate crew recruitment, interviews, and selection
• Manage crew rotations, travel arrangements, and relief planning
• Monitor crew performance, conduct evaluations, and address disciplinary matters
• Liaise with vessel masters, management, manning agents, and authorities
• Oversee crew training, certification renewals, and medical fitness
• Ensure timely payroll inputs, contracts, and crew-related budgeting
• Support audits, inspections, and vetting related to crewing matters

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding marine company
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years experience in crewing or marine personnel management
• Prior experience as a Crewing Superintendent or Senior Crewing Officer
• Strong knowledge of STCW, MLC 2006, ISM Code, and Flag State regulations
• Experience with offshore support vessels, workboats, or commercial vessels is must
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in MS Office and crew management systems
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple vessels simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Seagoing background as an officer is an advantage
• Experience dealing with multiple nationalities and international manning agents
• Familiarity with budget control and cost optimization