P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Crewing Officer to join their team based in Lowestoft on a full-time, 12-month fixed term basis.
Role Summary:
As a key member of the Crewing Team, in this dual role you will assist the Crew Planner and the Crew Training Administrator.
Main Responsibilities:
Assisting the Crew Planner includes:
* Responsibility for planning and other relevant arrangements for European fleet and smaller UK sites, under supervision of the Crew Planner.
* Assist Crew Planner with all other crew scheduling and ensure qualified manning of vessels across the Fleet.
* Administrative support to the Crew Planner including creating and updating site schedules, distributing schedules to clients and crew.
* Consult with Fleet Managers for emergency cover such as in the event of sickness.
* Preparation of immigration documents for all on-singing/off-signing crew on European sites.
* Managing crew annual leave requests and arranging cover.
Administrative support to the Crew Training Administrator includes:
* Monitoring expiration of relevant mandatory certification for crew (ENG1 Medicals, passports, GMDSS GOC/ROC, Master 200/500).
* Course bookings for additional non-mandatory training, including sourcing providers, arranging shift cover and associated logistics such as travel and accommodation.
* Arranging AED/CPR courses for New Starters.
* General administrative assistance including updating online databases and systems and filing.
Personnel / Management / Team Responsibilities:
* Assisting with travel and accommodation arrangements, as necessary.
* Assisting crew members with any questions, issues or other ad hoc matters that arise.
* Assist with ad hoc additional tasks.
Person Specification:
* 1 year crew planning experience. (Desired)
* Proven experience in a similar role.
* Ability to adapt communication style and language to audience.
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and find effective solutions.
* Ability to build strong relationships with crew members and other stakeholders is key.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
* Driving Licence. (Preferred)
Working Hours and Benefits:
* Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week
* 1 in 4 weeks on call in evenings and weekend.
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date