Senior Fleet Personnel Officer

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement

Metro Manila

On-site

PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Benefit

SSS & PhilHealth

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Uniform

Free Office Lunch

Leave on Day 1 (sick/vacation)

Annual vacation leave 18–22 days

Sick leave 21 days

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement seeks a Senior Fleet Personnel Officer in Metro Manila to oversee crew planning, recruitment, rotations, and development, ensuring regulatory compliance and cost efficiency for safe vessel operations.

The role requires coordinating with flag states, training centers, and shore personnel while maintaining documentation and contracts. Strong English, organizational, and cost-management skills are essential to support uninterrupted fleet performance.

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.

Responsibilities

Execute vessel manning plans by identifying and selecting qualified seafarers in line with regulations and budget.
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 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 up-to-date documentation.
Communicate operational changes to vessel personnel and ensure access to relevant documentation.
Assess crew performance, identify training needs, and support development plans with training centers.
Optimize crew travel arrangements and monitor costs to ensure value-for-money services.

Skills

English fluency

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Maritime regulations

Cost awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in maritime field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Benefits

Retirement Benefit

As a Senior 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

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

Benefits

Retirement Benefit

SSS, Pag Ibig, Phil Health 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