Global Bulk Fleet Crewing Manager

Zodiac Maritime; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zodiac Maritime in London is seeking a General Fleet Manager Crewing - Bulk to lead strategic crew planning and ensure safe, compliant manning across ~30 Bulk vessels. You will join the global Crew Management organisation and drive optimisation of crew operations.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and ability to work with owners and third-party agents to build a sustainable crew pool and succession plans.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience within shipping or crewing.
• Strong understanding of crew management and vessel manning requirements.
• Experience developing crew pools and succession plans.
• Fluent English with strong communication and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of crew strategy for Bulk fleet.
• Ensure vessels are manned with qualified, fit personnel.
• Drive high-quality crew planning to meet charterer requirements.
• Promote safety culture and SMS across vessels and offices.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance.
• Lead projects to improve crewing efficiency and capability.
• Provide data-driven insights to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Crew management

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Budgeting and cost control

Education

Maritime qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

RightShip

DBMS

SMS systems

Job description

Zodiac Maritime in London is seeking a General Fleet Manager Crewing - Bulk to lead strategic crew planning and ensure safe, compliant manning across ~30 Bulk vessels. You will join the global Crew Management organisation and drive optimisation of crew operations.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and ability to work with owners and third-party agents to build a sustainable crew pool and succession plans.