Job Description

CMA Ships, a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group, covers all facets of the maritime business: from the fleet management of the vessels to that of the crew members.

CMA Ships is also a team of experts responsible for implementing innovative solutions and making CMA CGM vessels more energy efficient.

We are seeking an experienced crewing professional to join our team and oversee crew operations for our growing fleet of modern, environmentally friendly vessels.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing a designated fleet, ensuring vessels are fully and competently manned in strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. You will proactively coordinate and communicate with crew members, vessels, and Recruitment and Placement Services to ensure seamless crewing planning and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and suitability of crew line-ups (Officers and Ratings) for the assigned fleet of vessels.
• Manage vessels’ safe manning requirements in accordance with client approvals and agreements, including implementing reduced crew complements where applicable and supported by necessary exemptions.
• In cases of emergency relief, propose and arrange suitable replacement seafarers, subject to validation by the Team Lead / COO.
• Prepare transfer or exit plans for vessels undergoing changes in nationality allocation or leaving the Company, and develop relief plans for specific client-driven projects.
• Ensure all rejoining seafarers have their latest performance appraisals updated in the Company database, and verify eligibility for re-employment based on appraisal scores.
• Monitor and ensure all required crew records are accurately and timely maintained in the Company database.
• Ensure Riding Squad members and any additional seafarers comply with client requirements and are properly reported for invoicing purposes.
• Review Seafarers’ Employment Agreements and POEA contracts, ensuring proper documentation and filing within the system.
• Participate in the Duty Officer roster once every two months, remaining on 24/7 standby for emergency calls during the assigned period.
• Review and pre-approve all non-wage-related expenses in accordance with company guidelines.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in crew management.
• Strong knowledge of mandatory STCW certifications, Seafarers’ Employment regulations, MLC 2006, CBA agreements, and Flag State requirements.
• Team-oriented, with the ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and self-driven approach.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, willingness to learn, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Why Join CMA CGM?

• Be part of a global leader in shipping and logistics with ambitious growth plans.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and regional exposure.

**This role is open for local employment only

**Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

** By applying for this role, you hereby consent to the CMA CGM Group collecting, processing and using any personal information you submit, for the following purposes:

(i) To process the application for the role being applied for;
(ii) To process the application for other open positions within the CMA CGM Group which may be suitable to you;
(iii) To conduct necessary reference checks; and
(iv) Any other purpose related to one or more of the above.

You further consent to the CMA CGM Group retaining such personal information for a period of two years following your submission thereof, so that we may consider you for other open positions within the CMA CGM Group which may be suitable to you in the event that you are not selected for this role.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that CMA CGM Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, CMA CGM Group will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CMA CGM Group explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of CMA CGM Group.

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