Recruiter and Crewing Administrator - Maritime

Grow Your Career with Savage!Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we've grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We're proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Maritime Recruiting & Crewing Administrator to support workforce planning, recruiting, and personnel administration for our offshore fleet. This role is responsible for ensuring vessels remain properly staffed with qualified mariners while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company requirements.The ideal candidate brings strong recruiting expertise, operational coordination skills, and a solid understanding of maritime compliance standards. This role works closely with vessel leadership, operations teams, and senior management to support safe and efficient fleet operations.What You'll Be Doing:Workforce Planning & CrewingManage staffing and scheduling for a fleet of vessels and approximately 200 marinersCoordinate crew assignments, rotations, and relief coverage to support operational demandsMaintain a pipeline of qualified mariner candidates to support ongoing and future needsServe as the primary contact for all crewing and staffing-related mattersRecruiting & HiringSource and recruit qualified mariners through industry networks, schools, referrals, and job boardsScreen, interview, and evaluate candidates; conduct reference checks and provide hiring recommendationsOversee onboarding processes, ensuring timely and compliant mobilization of new hiresBuild relationships with maritime schools, training organizations, and industry professionalsPersonnel Support & DevelopmentPartner with vessel leadership on employee relations, performance management, and retention effortsAssist with career development planning and succession planning for crew membersSupport employee engagement initiatives across the fleetCompliance & TrainingTrack and manage all licenses, certifications, medicals, and training for marinersEnsure full compliance with USCG, STCW, and company requirementsCoordinate drug and alcohol testing programs in accordance with regulatory policiesMaintain knowledge of Safety Management System (SMS) requirementsRecords Management & AdministrationMaintain accurate and up-to-date personnel and compliance recordsUtilize systems to track certifications, recruiting activity, and crew dataPrepare employment verification letters, sea service letters, and related documentationCommunicate effectively with internal teams, vessel personnel, and external partnersRequirements to be successful in this position:5+ years of experience in maritime recruiting, crewing, HR, or marine operationsWorking knowledge of USCG licensing, STCW standards, and maritime compliance requirementsProven experience in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring skilled personnelStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft Office and personnel tracking systemsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretionMust be eligible to work in the U.S. and obtain/hold a valid TWIC cardPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, HR, Business, or related fieldExperience with maritime systems (e.g., NS5, CrewMax, ABS Nautical Systems)Background in offshore, towing, or Jones Act operationsFamiliarity with Subchapter M and U.S. Flag vessel requirementsHere are some of the physical requirements for this role:Office-based role with periodic travel to vessels, shipyards, and terminalsMay require boarding vessels, climbing ladders, and working in industrial environments