Crewing Coordinator (Manila Office)

Odfjell SE; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ODFJELL SE is seeking a Crewing Coordinator to support crewing operations for seafarers, including deployment, rotation, and vessel assignments. The role emphasizes strong communication and proactive problem-solving with seafarers and internal stakeholders.

Work involves coordinating documentation, training, travel arrangements, and repatriation, with minimal supervision and a focus on timely, well-considered results.

Qualifications

• College degree in Science or Management.
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience (preferred).
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with exceptional follow-through.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes.
• Proficient in English verbal and written communication.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develops plans for crew deployment based on approved vessel assignments and rotations.
• Facilitates crewing deployment activities from documentation, training and dispatch up to repatriation of seafarers.
• Coordinates with internal and external contacts for dispatch- and disembarkation-related activities (PEME, PDOS, travel bookings, training enrolment, etc).
• Prepares relevant reports to aid management of crewing operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-focused mindset

Proactive problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication (verbal and written)

Pressure handling

Education

College degree in Science or Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Your ability to manage work processes and deliver timely, well-considered results will be a valuable asset in this role. Sound judgment, independent decision-making, and strong problem-solving skills are essential to succeeding in this dynamic position.

In this role, you'll work with minimal supervision while prioritizing effectively, maintaining continuity despite interruptions, and keeping operations running smoothly. You'll apply your technical expertise to develop new ideas and systems, improve existing processes, and drive continuous improvement. Beyond your technical expertise, you'll build strong relationships with seafarers and internal stakeholders through clear communication, trust, and professionalism.

Areas Of Responsibility

The position provides support in all areas of crewing operations, including deployment, rotation, and vessel assignments of seafarers.

Tasks

The Crewing Coordinator—

• Develops plans for crew deployment based on approved vessel assignments and rotations
• Facilitates all crewing deployment activities from documentations, training and dispatch up to repatriation of seafarers
• Coordinates with internal and external contacts for dispatch- and disembarkation-related activities as Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) administration, Pre-Departure Orientation and Seminar (PDOS) schedule, domestic/international flight/hotel bookings, mandatory training enrolment, final briefing, exit interviews, port disbursement processing, etc.
• Prepares relevant reports to aid management of crewing operations

Qualifications

• College graduate in Science or Management
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience (preferred but not required)
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with exceptional follow-through
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Ability to perform well under pressure and take on new challenges
• Flexibility to adapt to unforeseen changes through effective planning and time management
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

ODFJELL PHILIPINES, INC.

5F Unit 501-A WMall Building Diosdado Macapagal Avenue Corner Coral Way

E-mail : [e-mail]

Odfjell.com