Fleet Personnel Officer
Help us drive crew excellence and ensure smooth vessel operations across fleet. We welcome applications from diverse nationalities, bringing together global talent to deliver operational excellence.
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 :
We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:
Career development and training opportunities
Exposure to a diverse fleet and complex technical challenges
Collaborative culture that values expertise and innovation
Comprehensive benefits and a competitive remuneration package
Flexible working arrangements where applicable
BSM is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or age.
- Department
- Fleet Personnel
- Role
- Fleet Personnel Officer
- Locations
- Abu Dhabi
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employing Company
- Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (Abu Dhabi Office)
- Address
- Unit 1504, Al Masaood Tower, Hamdan Street, Al Markaziya, P.O. Box 322, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.