Marine Recruitment Specialist – Cruise Ship Sector

Are you a dynamic recruitment professional with a passion for maritime staffing and a keen eye for talent? Our client, a leading global ship management organization, is looking to hire an experienced Marine Personnel Officer to join their dedicated HR team.

Job Overview:
  
We are looking for a skilled Recruitment Specialist with a strong background in maritime recruitment, specifically within the cruise ship industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a world-renowned ship management company that operates globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive candidate sourcing across multiple manning agencies and crew portals
• Perform initial candidate screenings with a strong emphasis on English language proficiency
• Coordinate candidate interviews with technical and marine departments
• Verify and authenticate seafarer certifications and documentation (Certificates of Competency and Discharge Books)
• Manage recruitment processes for both deck and engineering seafarer positions
• Maintain effective communication with clients, manning agencies, and internal offices
• Utilize social media and predictive indexing tools for recruitment strategies
• Review and process direct job applications to optimize recruitment costs

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 4-year degree (preferably in business or maritime studies)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cruise ship or maritime recruitment with a Ship Management company or owner
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in documentation verification

Location Preference:
  
Based in Greece (preferred)- Candidates from Romania or Bulgaria will also be considered
  
What they offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to a global, innovative maritime organization
• Supportive and dynamic work environment
• Career growth potential

Interested candidates should submit their detailed CV and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience