Our client is an international shipping company in the river cruise industry in Limassol. They are now looking to employ a highly motivated Junior Crewing Officer for their nautical and hotel team. This is an entry-level position, and previous experience is not required. They will provide full training.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all mandatory crew documentation is complete and on file before embarkation, following up promptly on any missing information.
- Identify and book suitable flight, train and bus connections for crew members, considering operational requirements and cost.
- Prepare and distribute accurate travel information to crew members, vessels, the Operations team and external agents.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in the crew management system.
- Complete the online registration and deregistration of crew members with the medical insurance provider.
- Review crew travel invoices and verify uniform deductions, following up on any discrepancies.
- Participate in cross-training to provide temporary coverage during the absence of a Crew HR Officer and support future professional development.
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the Crew HR Officers as required.
- Escalate missing documentation, travel disruptions and other urgent crew matters to the responsible Crew HR Officer in a timely manner.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in crewing, shipping, travel coordination or HR administration is an advantage.
- A degree in Shipping, Human Resources or a related field is an advantage.
- Good organisational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage several tasks and priorities while remaining calm and solution-focused when urgent changes arise.
- A collaborative and proactive working style, combined with the ability to work independently.
- Confidence using digital systems and handling confidential employee information.
- Fluent written and spoken English; German is an advantage.
- Willingness to provide occasional support outside normal working hours when urgent crew or vessel matters arise.
- An unrestricted right to work in Cyprus or the EU.
Working Hours:
The working hours are from Monday to Friday from 9:00am - 17.30 pm with 30 minutes lunch (working 1 day from home after probation)
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of Junior Crewing Officer with reference number 4513.
Or you can apply directly through your candidate login by hitting the APPLY button.
