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