Head of Crew Training (Maritime)

Innergy Consulting Pte.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international shipowner company based in Singapore is seeking a Head of Crew Training. This senior role demands extensive maritime training experience and will focus on driving the global maritime training strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing a skilled workforce. The ideal candidate should hold a Master Mariner or Chief Engineer certification and have a strong background in training and crew development. This role presents an opportunity to make significant impacts in maritime training excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in maritime training and operational settings.
• Strong background in crew development and ship management.
• Prior experience in leadership roles within maritime institutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive the company's maritime training strategy for seafarers and shore-based staff.
• Design and implement structured training and career development programs.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and oversee audits.

Skills

Maritime training

Ship management

Crew development

Budget management

Education

Master Mariner (COC Class 1) or Chief Engineer (COC Class 1) with unlimited FG certification

Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the job Head of Crew Training (Maritime)

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Crew Training for a well-established and international shipowner company based in Singapore. This senior leadership role will drive the companys global maritime training strategy and ensure the development of a future-ready seafaring and shore-based workforce. The ideal candidate would have extensive maritime training and operational experience, including exposure to LNG dual-fuel vessels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Training Development

• Define and lead the companys long-term maritime training vision across Deck, Engine, and Catering disciplines.
• Design structured career progression pathways and officer development programs.
• Oversee cadet training initiatives in close collaboration with the crewing function.
• Implement in-house and simulator-based training programs, incorporating digital platforms, VR/AR, and e-learning.
• Collaborate with OEMs, shipyards, and training providers for LNG dual-fuel, engine, and compliance training (IGF Code, STCW).
• Lead adoption of innovative training tools to enhance learning effectiveness.
• Ensure Environmental Compliance Plan (ECP) training is conducted and documented.

Operational Oversight & Compliance

• Ensure alignment of all training with STCW, MLC 2006, SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state requirements.
• Oversee external training providers, centers, and regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (QSS, Technical, Crewing) to address audit gaps through training.
• Verify and maintain statutory certification compliance for all seafarers.
• Support operational readiness for new vessel deployments and regional expansions.

Budget & Resource Management

• Develop and manage the department's training budget effectively.
• Review and approve training-related financials and ensure cost optimization of training vendors and programs.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Foster strong ties with maritime academies, manning agencies, and regulatory bodies.
• Partner with key OEMs and training institutions to integrate manufacturer-specific modules.
• Represent the company in external forums to promote maritime training excellence.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the Training Department, ensuring high performance and continuous professional development.
• Guide internal and external trainers/ assessors to uphold training standards.
• Create structured training roadmaps for seafarers and technical staff.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Master Mariner (COC Class 1) or Chief Engineer (COC Class 1)with unlimited FG certification.
• Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong background in maritime training, ship management, and crew development.

Preferred Experience

• Former Master or Chief Engineer onboard ocean-going vessels (LNG experience a plus).
• Prior roles as Crew Manager, Training Manager, or Crew Training Manager.
• Familiarity with LNG Dual-Fuel training, simulator learning, and modern competency frameworks.
• Solid understanding of maritime regulations including STCW, MLC 2006, SOLAS, MARPOL, IGF Code.
• Experience in budget management and coordination with vendors or training institutions.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding