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Manager, Crewing


Company : Eastaway Ship Management Pte. Ltd.


Location : Mumbai, Maharashtra


Created : 2026-03-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Role Summary: As a Manager – Crewing, you will oversee the complete end-to-end crew management process, ensuring all onboarding, sign-offs, travel, and documentation are handled accurately, cost-effectively, and on time while maintaining full compliance and minimizing any impact on vessel operations with team assisting you.Employment Type: PermanentReports to: Head of Crew Manning (Based in Singapore office)Role and ResponsibilitiesHandling of assigned crewing team and responsible for smooth functioning of assigned vessels within allotted budgetPlanning of officers for the respective vessels Responsible for retention and promotion of seafarers in accordance with company policies Ensure onboarding and off boarding of sea staff ( Including Non Indians) and supernumeraries are carried out effectively and, in most cost, efficient timely manner. This includes verification of all required documentations, visas, PEME. Communicating with the vessel in timely fashion addressing all crewing related queries Liaising with vessel’s technical and marine teams for candidate approvals and deploymentCompliance with Flag/Company/Local requirements (including DGS Form I) Handling of vendors as applicable ( PO creation and approvals) Pre-departure check list , briefings and performance appraisal review to be completedVerify sea staff scheduling and data entry of sea staff in crewing software (attach required copies of documents in crew software).Oversee execution of crew changes i.e. communicating with the agents, staggering , logistics , handover duration etc. Handling of P&I cases Liaising with flag for flag state documents , dispensations as required. Assist in arranging crewing conferences, ISO audit, RPSL audit and Branding as required Act as Back up for own team member and/or for other team lead Any other task assigned by superiorKey performance IndicatorsBudget adherence, Retention , Planning , In house promotions , No detentions and No offhires Handling of Crew Sign on / Sign off procedures without undue vessel delays Handling of non routine situations such as crew medical cases, performance issuesMaintaining Seafarer’s documents / checklists as per ISO & RPSL requirementsRequirementsGraduates from Commerce / Science. At least 10 Years of experience in Shipping industry with 7 years’ experience in crewing related functions. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software. Proficiency in the English language, both verbal and written. Individual who is disciplined, self-motivated, determined and target driven. Ability to perform under pressure and able to liaise with stakeholders. Join our team and be part of an exciting journey towards personal and professional growth to make a real impact on global trade. If you are interested in the career opportunity, we invite you to apply today.We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Attention to recruitment agencies:X-Press Feeders/Eastaway operates with a preferred supplier list (PSL) for recruitment purposes. As such, we will not be considering or accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for the role currently available. We kindly request that you refrain from submitting applications on behalf of your clients. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.