Sourcing Specialist Crewing

LOADLINE SHIP MANAGEMENT PRIVATE LIMITED; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Loadline Ship Management Private Limited in Mumbai is seeking a Sourcing Specialist Crewing to identify, recruit, and onboard qualified crew for Tanker and Gas vessels. You will maintain crewing databases, screen candidates, coordinate interviews and assessments, and ensure documentation and regulatory compliance.

Collaborate with operations, procurement, and HR to align crewing plans with vessel schedules and contracts.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical ability to evaluate crewing requirements and market data.
• Excellent communication with crew, stakeholders, and agencies.
• Experience negotiating contracts with crew and vendors.
• Proven recruiting skills to source and screen maritime professionals.
• Procurement involvement to support crewing vendor sourcing.
• Experience in ship management, crewing, or maritime HR is advantageous.
• Knowledge of international maritime regulations and flag state requirements a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and recruit qualified crew for tanker and gas vessels.
• Maintain and expand crewing databases and screening pipelines.
• Coordinate interviews, assessments, and documentation with candidates.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and HR to align crewing with vessel schedules.
• Support contract negotiations with crew members and agencies.
• Monitor crewing market trends and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication skills

Contract Negotiation

Recruiting

Procurement

Maritime HR

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies

Job description

Company Description

Loadline Ship Management Private Limited is a maritime company specializing in the management of Tanker and Gas vessels, supported by a team of highly skilled and dynamic professionals. The company is recognized as one of the most sought-after in the industry due to its extensive operational expertise and commitment to service quality. Based in the Indian Subcontinent, Loadline leverages the region’s strong potential in water transport and the Indian Government’s initiatives to support growing businesses. With a vision to become a top-of-mind global brand, the company focuses on delivering unparalleled shipping solutions to clients worldwide. Team members join an organization that values innovation, excellence, and long-term growth in the maritime sector.

Role Description

The Sourcing Specialist Crewing role is a full-time, on-site position based in Mumbai. The specialist will be responsible for identifying, sourcing, and recruiting qualified crew for Tanker and Gas vessels, ensuring that staffing needs are met in line with operational and safety requirements. Day-to-day tasks include maintaining and expanding crewing databases, screening and shortlisting candidates, coordinating interviews and assessments, and managing documentation and compliance with maritime regulations. The role involves close collaboration with operations, procurement, and HR teams to align crewing plans with vessel schedules and contractual obligations. The specialist will also support contract negotiation with crew members and agencies, monitor market trends in crewing, and contribute to continuous improvement of crewing processes and standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills to evaluate crewing requirements, assess candidate suitability, and interpret market data.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills for coordinating with crew members, internal stakeholders, and external agencies.
• Candidates should possess Contract Negotiation skills to manage crew contracts and agreements with third-party providers.
• Candidates should possess Recruiting skills to source, screen, and select qualified maritime professionals for various vessel roles.
• Candidates should possess Procurement skills to support sourcing of crewing services and related vendors in alignment with company policies.
• Relevant experience in ship management, crewing, or maritime HR is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of international maritime regulations, flag state requirements, and industry best practices is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.