Graduate Trainee Marine HR

Anglo Eastern Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglo-Eastern Group in Mumbai invites applications for the Marine HR Graduate Trainee Program, a structured 6-month rotation to build a pipeline of Marine HR and crewing professionals. Trainees will gain hands‑on exposure across seafarer documentation, flag state licensing, crew travel coordination and seafarer welfare, under the guidance of a mentor.

This program is ideal for recent graduates who want to understand how seafarers are documented, deployed and supported end‑to‑end and who are keen

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Commerce, Maritime Studies, Business Administration or a related field from a recognised institution. AI/ML or Data Analytics assets.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to seafarer documentation and compliance processes.
• Gain exposure to crew travel and vessel coordination.
• Gain exposure to seafarer welfare initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR/Commerce/Maritime Studies/Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

About the Program

About the Program

The Marine HR Graduate Trainee Program is a structured 6-month program designed to build a pipeline of well-rounded Marine HR and crewing professionals. Trainees will gain hands‑on exposure across seafarer documentation, flag state licensing, crew travel coordination and seafarer welfare, working under the guidance of an assigned manager or mentor.

This program is ideal for recent graduates who want to understand how seafarers are documented, deployed and supported end‑to‑end and who are keen to build a career at the intersection of people management and maritime operations.

Program Structure

• Structured Assignments: Trainees are placed in structured assignments across key crewing and vessel support processes within Marine HR.


• Mentorship: Each trainee is paired with an assigned Program Manager/mentor who provides day‑to‑day guidance and supervision.


• Learning & Development: Structured training on crewing fundamentals, seafarer documentation and flag state requirements, crewing/HR systems, and soft skills (communication, stakeholder coordination, and process thinking).


• Business Exposure: Trainees gain insight into end‑to‑end Marine HR operations, stakeholder interactions, and crewing processes, developing a broader understanding of how the function supports business and vessel operations.

What You’ll Gain Exposure To:

• Seafarer Documentation & Compliance - supports the verification and administration of mandatory seafarer documents, certifications, licenses, and regulatory requirements. Trainees will gain exposure to document validation, record maintenance, and the preparation of seafarer‑related documentation.


• Crew Travel & Vessel Coordination - supports crew changes and coordination activities to ensure the timely deployment and movement of seafarers. Trainees will gain exposure to travel and documentation coordination, stakeholder communication, and vessel mail dispatch administration.


• Seafarer Welfare & Engagement - supports initiatives that promote seafarer wellbeing and strengthen engagement with seafarers and their families. Trainees will gain exposure to communication and engagement activities, welfare support initiatives, and family outreach programs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Commerce, Maritime Studies, Business Administration or a related field from a recognised institution. Additional courses in AI, ML or Data Analytics are an asset.


• Documentation & Digital Skills: Intermediate computer literacy (MS Office or equivalent), comfortable organizing records and working with digital filing systems and internal business applications, with a strong process and AI orientation.


• Attention to Detail & Problem Solving: Accurate and thorough with seafarer records, certificates and licenses, with good analytical and problem‑solving ability and the capacity to manage multiple follow‑ups and deadlines.


• Communication & Professional Conduct: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive attitude, openness to feedback, eagerness to learn maritime HR operations, and respect for confidentiality, data protection and company policies.

About Anglo‑Eastern

Anglo‑Eastern is a global leader in independent ship management services. The Group manages over 700 vessels under full technical management, supports around 500 additional ships under crew management, and has overseen more than 1,000 newbuildings and conversions through its newbuilding supervision and project management divisions.

Headquartered in Hong Kong, Anglo‑Eastern operates through a network of 30 offices across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, including wholly owned maritime training facilities. Our strength lies in our people: over 39,000 seafarers and 2,350 shore‑based employees who work together to support clients across ship types while building trust, driving performance, and shaping a better maritime future.

Why join Anglo‑Eastern?

• Join a globally respected company with a strong maritime heritage of over 50 years


• Work in an environment anchored in integrity, trust, and long‑term relationships


• Access continuous learning and structured career development across a truly global network


• Be part of a team committed to delivering excellence and shaping a better maritime future