Fleet Personnel Officer
Help us drive crew excellence and ensure smooth vessel operations across a global fleet
As a 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
Benefits
Retirement Benefit
SSS, PagIbig, PhilHealth 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:
Hybrid setup
Compassionate Leave 3 Day – Immediate Family; 1 Day - Extended Family
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Birthday Leave
Birthday Allowance of Php 1,500
Medical Reimbursement-Php 750 per month; Php 9,000 per annum
Wedding Gift
Eyeglasses worth Php 3,000 upon regularization
- Department
- Fleet Personnel
- Role
- Fleet Personnel Officer
- Locations
- Manila, Philippines
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment Entity
- BSM International ( Philippines ) Inc
- Address
- 1965 BSM House, Leon Guinto Street, Malate, Manila
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