Lead Marine Personnel Officer in Makati, National Capital Region at SP Maritime (Canada) Inc.

Position SummaryThe Lead Marine Personnel Officer covers all aspects of day-to-day Operations with regards to Marine HR within the fleet, including managing seafarer manning schedules and ensuring charterer’s matrix is met. Will be actively involved in the preparation of annual manning budgets, performance management, employee relations and disciplinary matters, for vessels under their responsibilityMajor Responsibilities

• Treat Health, Safety and Environment as top priority.
• Act as representative of Marine HR team in Manila for HR matters
• Mentor and support the Marine Personnel Officers with day-to-day operations and future career development.
• Preparing the annual manning and travel budgets for Fleet Personnel Manager approval.
• Ensure that MPO’s approve payroll / leave liquidation.
• Provide vacation/absence cover as required – ‘Operations’ Duties as outlined in MPO Job Description.
• Responsible for scheduling of all officers within the Fleet.
• Liaise with third party manning agents as appropriate with respect to scheduling.
• Work closely with the career development team to identify promotion opportunities for all officers.
• Identifying areas where performance management needs particular attention for MPO’s and implementing training plans with support for each individual.
• Providing guidance to Marine Personnel Officers and Vessel Managers, as appropriate with respect to officer appointments.
• Provide guidance to Operations Team on STCW and company policies regarding experience matrices.
• Provide Fleet Personnel Manager with regular updates on manpower requirements.
• Co-ordinate the manning requirements for the fleet to the recruitment team.
• Provide Marine HR support to operations team following audit findings.
• Participate in emergency response team as required.
• Participate in TMSA, External and Internal Audit process.
• Respond to feedback from external customers to ensure consistent delivery of first-class service and proactive resolution of any issues.
• Ensure operations are completed in a cost-effective manner.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Demonstrates analytical, problem solving, time management, project management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to respond positively to customers in an effective manner.
• Demonstrates teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to a changing environment.
• Understanding of business processes and functions.
• Knowledge and experience in the marine industry with particular emphasis on Marine HR activities.
• Familiar with industry regulations, particularly the requirements of the STCW convention.