Crewing Officer

Banarly Nigeria Ltd. is recruiting a Crewing Officer to manage vessel staffing, crew administration, and maritime compliance in Lagos.

The Crewing Officer ensures vessels are manned with qualified, competent personnel in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. This is a full-time, office-based role in the maritime/shipping sector.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and coordinate suitable crew members for company vessels
• Maintain an updated database of crew members and potential candidates
• Coordinate crew changes, mobilisation, and demobilisation
• Monitor staffing levels and ensure adequate vessel manning
• Liaise with recruitment agencies and external partners
• Ensure all crew members possess valid documentation (seaman's books, certificates of competency, medical certificates, visas, permits)
• Maintain familiarity with maritime regulations and labour requirements
• Monitor certificate validity and arrange renewals
• Develop and establish training programs for crew members
• Identify competency gaps and coordinate internal/external training
• Track crew performance and maintain appraisal records
• Support promotion and succession planning
• Prepare reports on crew status, training progress, recruitment activities, and manpower requirements
• Maintain accurate personnel records and documentation
• Serve as point of contact between vessel personnel, management, operations, and external agencies
• Resolve crew-related issues professionally and efficiently

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree or HND in Human Resources, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Marine Operations, or related field

Experience: 4 years in crewing, marine HR, or maritime operations; experience in fishing, shipping, offshore, or marine operations preferred

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, reporting, data analysis)
• Microsoft Word, email systems, document management
• ERP/HR or crewing management software
• Strong computer skills

Core Competencies:

• Regulatory knowledge: Maritime crew regulations, certification requirements, labour/employment requirements, crew documentation procedures
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities
• Attention to detail
• Confident personality with firm, professional communication
• Persistent follow-up capability
• Problem-solving ability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to create reports, databases, and monitoring tools

Salary

NGN 400,000 – 600,000 per month

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