Overview
Crew Coordinator Jobs in Intramuros, National Capital Region, Philippines at United Philippine Lines
Title: Crew Coordinator
Company: United Philippine Lines
Location: Intramuros, National Capital Region, Philippines
Company Description United Philippine Lines (UPL), founded in 1960, is a pioneering Philippine shipping and crewing company recognized by the government as a leader in the manning industry. Since the mid-1970s, UPL has focused on deploying Filipino seafarers to international cruise vessels, oil and gas tankers, bulk and cargo carriers, chemical tankers, and superyachts. The company has long-standing partnerships with major global principals such as Holland America Line and Shell Ship Management Limited, supporting a wide range of shipboard positions and departments. UPL is known for its strong commitment to crew welfare and professional development, as reflected in numerous national awards and commendations. The company maintains high operational and compliance standards, holding ISO 9001:2015 certification and a DNV Management System Certificate for Marine Labor Convention 2006 (MLC 2006) part 1.4.
Role Description The Crew Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Intramuros, responsible for supporting end-to-end crew management activities. This role involves coordinating recruitment, selection, and deployment schedules for seafarers across various vessel types and principals, ensuring compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. The Crew Coordinator maintains accurate crew records and documentation, monitors contract expirations, and prepares joining, rejoining, and repatriation arrangements in coordination with principals, agencies, and internal departments. Day-to-day tasks include responding to crew and principal inquiries, assisting with training and briefing schedules, and helping secure clearances, visas, and other travel requirements. The role also contributes to crew welfare initiatives, supports continuous improvement of crewing processes, and collaborates with team members to meet deployment targets and service standards.
Qualifications
- Strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal correspondence with crew members, principals, and internal stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience or strong interest in Crewing operations, such as crew deployment, documentation, and compliance with maritime and labor regulations.
- Training coordination skills, with the ability to assist in scheduling, tracking, and documenting mandatory and developmental training for seafarers.
- Organization Skills to manage multiple crew assignments, timelines, and records accurately and efficiently.
- Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Familiarity with maritime industry standards, POEA regulations, and MLC 2006 requirements is an advantage.
- Proficiency in standard office software and, preferably, experience with crewing or HR information systems.
