Job Description

CMA Ships, a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group, covers all facets of the maritime business: from the fleet management of the vessels to that of the crew members.
CMA Ships is also a team of experts responsible for implementing innovative solutions and making CMA CGM vessels more energy efficient.

CMA CGM Group is looking for an experienced crewing professional to join our team, handling the crew operations responsible for our growing fleet of modern and environmentally-friendly vessels.

You will manage a fleet of vessels, ensuring they are well-manned and adhering strictly with all company procedures and guidelines. You will be proactively communicating with Crew, Vessels, Recruitment and Placement Services, etc. to ensure smooth crewing planning and operations.

Your Main Responsibilities would include:

• Ensuring the quality of crew (both Officers and Ratings) line-up for your assigned fleet of vessels
• To manage vessels\' safe manning crew complement based on the approval and agreement with the Client, including reduced crew headcount upon obtaining all necessary exemptions from the client.
• In case of emergency relief, to propose and arrange a replacement seafarer (subjected to the validation of your Team Lead / COO).
• To prepare a transfer / exit plan for a vessel changing a nationality allocation or leaving the Company, as well as prepare a relief plan for any specific projects as requested by the Client.
• Ensuring all re-joining seafarers has their latest appraisal updated into the Company database, and at the same time, verify if the appraisal score permits the Seafarer to be re-hired.
• Monitor that all required crew records are updated accurately and timely in the Company database.
• To ensure that Riding Squad members / any additional seafarers are in compliance with the Client\'s request and appropriately reported for invoicing.
• To review Seafarers\' Employment Agreements and POEA contracts as well as save them in the software.
• Be on roster as Duty Officer once every 2 months, to be available 24/7 in case of emergency call.
• To check and pre-approve all the non-wages related expenses.

Skills & Experience :

• A Diploma from recognized institution
• At least 2 to 4 years of experience and knowledge in crew management
• Excellent knowledge of mandatory STCW certifications, Seafarer\'s Employment, MLC 2006, CBA and Flag States\' requirements
• A good team player, able to work independently under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to multi-tasks, problem solve, takes initiative.
• Proficient with MS Office applications
• With good verbal & written English communication skills.
• Good personal interpersonal skills and positive attitude. Willing to learn and is adaptable.

Come along on CMA CGM\'s adventure

CMA CGM