Head of Crewing
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One of Papua New Guinea’s largest shipowners is seeking an experienced Head of Crewing to lead crewing operations from their Lae office.
About the Company The company operates a fleet of 25+ vessels, including tugs, barges, smaller container ships, tankers and dry bulk carriers. This is a substantial, established owner (not an agency) with a significant presence in the Pacific. The role is a genuine long-term leadership position — the current incumbent is on a contractor/seafarer contract, and the company now wants a permanent Head of Crewing who will fully own the function.
The Role You will report to the General Manager (based in Port Moresby) and lead a team of six. You will be responsible for a pool of around 600 crew drawn from Papua New Guinea, Philippines, India, China, Malaysia and other nationalities.
This is an office-based role in a 24/7 operational environment. Secure transport is provided between accommodation and the workplace.
Key Requirements
To apply or discuss the role further, please reply with your CV and a brief outline of your relevant crewing leadership experience. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
About the Company The company operates a fleet of 25+ vessels, including tugs, barges, smaller container ships, tankers and dry bulk carriers. This is a substantial, established owner (not an agency) with a significant presence in the Pacific. The role is a genuine long-term leadership position — the current incumbent is on a contractor/seafarer contract, and the company now wants a permanent Head of Crewing who will fully own the function.
The Role You will report to the General Manager (based in Port Moresby) and lead a team of six. You will be responsible for a pool of around 600 crew drawn from Papua New Guinea, Philippines, India, China, Malaysia and other nationalities.
This is an office-based role in a 24/7 operational environment. Secure transport is provided between accommodation and the workplace.
Key Requirements
- Deep, hands-on knowledge of crewing — particularly rostering, crew planning and training
- Proven experience leading and managing a crewing team
- Comfortable operating in a high-tempo, 24/7 maritime environment
- Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
- Previous experience with multi-national crew pools is highly advantageous
- Willingness to work in Papua New Guinea on a well-supported basis
- Competitive base salary
- Visa support
- Club memberships
- High-quality accommodation within a secure compound
- Secure transport
To apply or discuss the role further, please reply with your CV and a brief outline of your relevant crewing leadership experience. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
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