Fleet Personnel Officer

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement

Philippines

Hybrid

PHP 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Benefit

Social Security/PhilHealth/SSS

Medical Insurance (HMO)

Life Insurance

Free Uniform

Free Office Lunch

Leave on Day 1 (Sick/Vacation)

18–22 Vacation Days/yr

21 Sick Days/yr

Hybrid setup

Compassionate Leave

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Birthday Leave

Birthday Allowance Php 1500

Medical Reimbursement

Wedding Gift

Eyeglasses on Regularization

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement in the Philippines seeks a Fleet Personnel Officer to manage crew planning, rotations, and recruitment across vessels, liaising between ships and shore while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost efficiency.

The role requires a maritime degree or certificate and at least five years in maritime recruitment or fleet personnel operations, with strong organizational skills, English fluency, and the ability to coordinate across geographies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or certificate in a maritime-related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in maritime recruitment or fleet personnel operations.
Proven experience in employment contract development and crew planning.
Familiarity with maritime labor law and seafarers’ rights.

Responsibilities

Execute vessel manning plans by identifying, evaluating, and selecting qualified seafarers in line with flag state regulations and budget constraints.
Review and approve employment contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
Plan and implement crew rotations and end-of-contract procedures to maintain uninterrupted vessel operations.
Monitor current and future crew vacancies and support the development of annual manning plans and budgets.
Coordinate crew embarkation and disembarkation logistics, ensuring cost-effective and timely execution.
Liaise with flag state authorities to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain up-to-date documentation.
Communicate operational changes to vessel personnel and ensure access to relevant documentation.
Assess crew performance, identify training needs, and support the implementation of development plans in collaboration with training centers.
Optimize crew travel arrangements and monitor associated costs to ensure value-for-money services.

Skills

Crew planning

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder coordination

English fluency

Cost management

Education

Maritime degree or certificate

Job description

Fleet Personnel Officer

Company : Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement Job Type : Full Time Philippines

As a Fleet Personnel Officer at BSM, you will engage in crew operations, serving as a key link between ship and shore. You will be overseeing crew planning, recruitment, rotation, and development while ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and cost efficiency to support safe and continuous vessel operations.

Key Responsibilities

Execute vessel manning plans by identifying, evaluating, and selecting qualified seafarers in line with flag state regulations and budget constraints
Review and approve employment contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards
Plan and implement crew rotations and end-of-contract procedures to maintain uninterrupted vessel operations
Monitor current and future crew vacancies and support the development of annual manning plans and budgets
Coordinate crew embarkation and disembarkation logistics, ensuring cost-effective and timely execution
Liaise with flag state authorities to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain up-to-date documentation
Communicate operational changes to vessel personnel and ensure access to relevant documentation
Assess crew performance, identify training needs, and support the implementation of development plans in collaboration with training centers
Optimize crew travel arrangements and monitor associated costs to ensure value-for-money services

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or certificate in a maritime-related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in maritime recruitment or fleet personnel operations
Proven experience in employment contract development and crew planning
Familiarity with maritime labor law and seafarers’ rights

Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of vessel crew requirements and seafarer qualifications
Knowledge of global and local maritime employment markets
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate across geographies
High attention to detail and commitment to compliance
Strong communication skills and fluency in English
Proficiency in standard office software and digital tools

Benefits

Retirement Benefit
SSS, PagIbig, PhilHealth Contributions Employer’s Share
Medical Insurance (HMO)
Life Insurance
Free Uniform
Free Office Lunch
Pro-rated Sick Leave and Vacation Leave on Day 1
18 Days’ Vacation Leave per annum (increasing every 5 years of service by 1 day up to 22 days
21 Days Sickness Leave per annum

Administrative Benefits