We are looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Crew Training for a well-established and international shipowner company based in Singapore. This senior leadership role will drive the company’s global maritime training strategy and ensure the development of a future-ready seafaring and shore-based workforce. The ideal candidate would have extensive maritime training and operational experience, including exposure to LNG dual-fuel vessels.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Strategic Leadership & Training Development
- Define and lead the company’s long-term maritime training vision across Deck, Engine, and Catering disciplines.
- Design structured career progression pathways and officer development programs.
- Oversee cadet training initiatives in close collaboration with the crewing function.
- Implement in-house and simulator-based training programs, incorporating digital platforms, VR/AR, and e-learning.
- Collaborate with OEMs, shipyards, and training providers for LNG dual-fuel, engine, and compliance training (IGF Code, STCW).
- Lead adoption of innovative training tools to enhance learning effectiveness.
- Ensure Environmental Compliance Plan (ECP) training is conducted and documented.
🔹 Operational Oversight & Compliance
- Ensure alignment of all training with STCW, MLC 2006, SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state requirements.
- Oversee external training providers, centers, and regulatory audits.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (QSS, Technical, Crewing) to address audit gaps through training.
- Verify and maintain statutory certification compliance for all seafarers.
- Support operational readiness for new vessel deployments and regional expansions.
🔹 Budget & Resource Management
- Develop and manage the department’s training budget effectively.
- Review and approve training-related financials and ensure cost optimization of training vendors and programs.
🔹 Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
- Foster strong ties with maritime academies, manning agencies, and regulatory bodies.
- Partner with key OEMs and training institutions to integrate manufacturer-specific modules.
- Represent the company in external forums to promote maritime training excellence.
🔹 Departmental Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, mentor, and grow the Training Department, ensuring high performance and continuous professional development.
- Guide internal and external trainers/assessors to uphold training standards.
- Create structured training roadmaps for seafarers and technical staff.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Master Mariner (COC Class 1) or Chief Engineer (COC Class 1) with unlimited FG certification.
- Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
- Strong background in maritime training, ship management, and crew development.
Preferred Experience
- Former Master or Chief Engineer onboard ocean-going vessels (LNG experience a plus).
- Prior roles as Crew Manager, Training Manager, or Crew Training Manager.
- Familiarity with LNG Dual-Fuel training, simulator learning, and modern competency frameworks.
- Solid understanding of maritime regulations including STCW, MLC 2006, SOLAS, MARPOL, IGF Code.
- Experience in budget management and coordination with vendors or training institutions.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding
