Crewing Manager

Are you a people-oriented Crewing Manager who enjoys building strong relationships with seafarers and supporting their professional growth?

Read on and discover how you can make an impact at Anthony Veder.

Navigating the Future

Working at Anthony Veder means operating in a world, where sustainability is important. We always look for new ways to challenge the status quo, developing innovative and operational solutions to help our clients reach their goals. At Anthony Veder, we work in a culture full of trust, openness, and creativity. Always keeping an eye on the long term. That is how we became pioneers in the maritime industry.

What you (may) expect

In this role you will be part of the HR Marine department. The HR Marine department is responsible for all HR matters for the personnel aboard the Anthony Veder fleet. Among other things, the HR Marine department is responsible for providing trained and motivated crew within AV's business requirements. You are responsible for a large group of seafarers, their budgets and crew composition on board. This includes the planning and development of the Captains and Chief engineers and coordination with our manning agents.

As Crewing Manager, you ensure the effective and compliant staffing of our fleet, balancing operational requirements with crew development, wellbeing and retention.:

• Ensure vessels are staffed with qualified crew members in line with operational and client requirements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with seafarers and serve as their primary point of contact for crewing-related matters.

• Support the professional development and career progression of crew members.

• Improve working practices and procedures within the HR Marine department.

• Conduct performance and development reviews together with the Mater, Chief Engineer and Vessel Manager.

• Manage illness, welfare and employee relations cases where required.

• Collaborate with manning agents to maintain an effective talent pipeline.

• Contribute to recruitment activities and the continuous improvement of crewing processes and policies.

What we offer

• Meaningful work in a leading and innovative maritime company. with a collaborative and international working environment.

• The opportunity to influence the careers and development of seafarers worldwide.

• A competitive salary within the maritime industry

• An employer- financed pension scheme without personal monthly contributions.

• Vacation days (28) on fulltime basis with the option to purchase an addition five days on a yearly basis.

• Combining working from home and at our beautiful office in Rotterdam's shipping district.

What we ask

• A bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Human Resource Management or a related field.

• Experience in crewing, maritime HR or maritime operations

• Strong planning, coordination and stakeholder management skills.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

• The ability to build trusted relationships with seafarers and external partners.

• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

• Flexibility and willingness to travel to our vessels when required.]

• Experience as a seafarer, particularly on gas tankers, is considered a strong advantage.

Do you feel you are ready for this job? Apply now and join Anthony Veder and make a lasting impact on the careers of our crews and the success of our fleet!