Our Glasgow based Maritime client requires a Career Development Officer to join them on a permanent basis. As Career Development Officer, you will be responsible for all deck officers' career and development management.
In addition, you will effectively manage a "hire to retire" process and ensure a pipeline of competent personnel are promoted and developed in accordance with the requirements of the company.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
* Familiar with industry regulations and operation of LNG Vessels (preferred) however open to candidates with experience working with other types of vessels.
* Seagoing and/or human resources experience with knowledge of rank status in the maritime sector and appraisal/promotional processes.
* Excellent organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
* Ability to engage with junior and senior officers regarding career development.
* Ability to work under pressure to deadlines.
* Fully proficient in Microsoft Applications.
* Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with a diverse workforce.
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Treat safety and environmental compliance as a top priority.
* Provide mentorship, guidance and direction to help our officers reach their full potential.
* Maintain and monitor records of appraisals, recommendations, rank time and promotion status to provide a pipeline of promotable officers.
* Actively engage with seafarers through calls, conferences, ship and training centre visits.
* Drive improvements in seafarer appraisal standards and provide feedback to appraisers.
* Provide officer promotion projections to management and marine HR to ensure the fleet meets officer manpower requirements.
* Schedule promotion interviews for officers.
* Manage the onshore development programme and act as the direct reporting line for those attending the programme.
* Integrate newly qualified cadets into the officer pool.
* Set out career plans for newly graduated cadets to ensure maximization of SMART funding.
* Provide the FPM and Leads with study leave/ superior license needs.
* Seek input from other departments to identify talent performing above and beyond the standard requirements for promotion or for those pushing for a career ashore.
* Liaise with the training department to identify which officers require courses/training.
* Review performance appraisals and conduct subsequent calls to ensure positive trends.
* Provide training on the appraisal process for new and existing staff including familiarisation during ship visits.
* Showcase the Career Development Officer role and the career development pipeline through the CDO bulletin.
* Review training courses to ensure they are relevant and meet our training needs and requirements.
* Maintain knowledge of the legislative training requirements and ensure that training courses comply with existing and new requirements.
* Work closely with the Training Centre Manager and LNG Instructor to ensure competencies are continuously maintained and updated.
* Provide support to recruitment team by assisting with technical interviews for all ranks.
* Provide support during new hire induction programme.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER
Competitive Salary and benefits package.
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