Career Development Officer

Our Glasgow based Maritime client requires a Career Development Officer to join them on a permanent basis.  As Career Development Officer, you will be responsible for all deck officers' career and development management.
In addition, you will effectively manage a "hire to retire" process and ensure a pipeline of competent personnel are promoted and developed in accordance with the requirements of the company. 
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
  • Familiar with industry regulations and operation of LNG Vessels (preferred) however open to candidates with experience working with other types of vessels.
  • Seagoing and/or human resources experience with knowledge of rank status in the maritime sector and appraisal/promotional processes.
  • Excellent organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
  • Ability to engage with junior and senior officers regarding career development.  
  • Ability to work under pressure to deadlines.
  • Fully proficient in Microsoft Applications.
  • Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with a diverse workforce.
JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Treat safety and environmental compliance as a top priority.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance and direction to help our officers reach their full potential.
  • Maintain and monitor records of appraisals, recommendations, rank time and promotion status to provide a pipeline of promotable officers.
  • Actively engage with seafarers through calls, conferences, ship and training centre visits.
  • Drive improvements in seafarer appraisal standards and provide feedback to appraisers.
  • Provide officer promotion projections to management and marine HR to ensure the fleet meets officer manpower requirements.
  • Schedule promotion interviews for officers.
  • Manage the onshore development programme and act as the direct reporting line for those attending the programme.
  • Integrate newly qualified cadets into the officer pool.
  • Set out career plans for newly graduated cadets to ensure maximization of SMART funding.
  • Provide the FPM and Leads with study leave/ superior license needs.
  • Seek input from other departments to identify talent performing above and beyond the standard requirements for promotion or for those pushing for a career ashore.
  • Liaise with the training department to identify which officers require courses/training.
  • Review performance appraisals and conduct subsequent calls to ensure positive trends.
  • Provide training on the appraisal process for new and existing staff including familiarisation during ship visits.
  • Showcase the Career Development Officer role and the career development pipeline through the CDO bulletin.
  • Review training courses to ensure they are relevant and meet our training needs and requirements.
  • Maintain knowledge of the legislative training requirements and ensure that training courses comply with existing and new requirements.
  • Work closely with the Training Centre Manager and LNG Instructor to ensure competencies are continuously maintained and updated.
  • Provide support to recruitment team by assisting with technical interviews for all ranks.
  • Provide support during new hire induction programme.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER 
 
Competitive Salary and benefits package.