Marine Personnel Training & Career Development Specialist (Engine)
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About the Role
Nakilat is seeking a Marine Personnel Training & Career Development Specialist to manage seafarer professional development, training compliance, and career progression. The role requires a Chief Engineer COC and extensive sailing experience on tankers.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for all seafarer ranks and roles
- Maintain training matrix covering STCW, company mandated, and computer based training
- Develop and maintain individual training plans for each seafarer
- Coordinate with internal departments and external training providers to schedule and deliver training
- Monitor training completion and certification validity
- Design and implement structured cadet mentorship framework
- Design and implement career progression paths for all seafarer ranks
- Manage promotion process including eligibility monitoring and waiting list maintenance
- Oversee appraisal process for all seafarers
- Assess and approve external training centers for compliance
- Conduct vessel visits to evaluate onboard training and mentorship
- Lead planning and execution of Fleet Officer Meeting
Requirements
- CoC STCW A III/2 (Chief Engineer)
- Minimum 48 months sailing experience on Tankers, with at least 6 months at management level (Chief/Second Engineer)
- Familiarity with maritime regulations, certification systems, and training practices
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Job Summary and Purpose
- Handle and manage all activities related to seafarers’ professional development, career progression, and certification compliance.
Key Accountabilities Training
- Conduct comprehensive Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for all seafarer ranks and roles.
- Maintain a training matrix covering STCW, company mandated, and computer based training (CBT).
- Develop and maintain individual training plans for each seafarer, ensuring alignment with regulatory and operational requirements.
- Coordinate with internal departments and external training providers to schedule and deliver training programs.
- Monitor training completion and certification validity, ensure timely renewals and compliance.
- Design and implement a structured cadet mentorship framework to support the professional growth of cadets onboard.
- Track cadet progress against training objectives and onboard assessments.
Key Accountabilities Career Development & Promotions
- Design and implement career progression paths for all seafarer ranks, ensure transparency and alignment with company policies.
- Track seafarer progress through career stages and maintain up to date records of qualifications and experience.
- Manage the promotion process, including monitoring eligibility, maintaining promotion waiting list, and coordinating with stakeholders.
- Provide career counseling and debriefings to seafarers post deployment.
Key Accountabilities Performance Management
- Oversee the appraisal process for all seafarers, ensuring timely submission and review of appraisal reports.
- Identify training needs or performance gaps highlighted by Masters and Chief Engineers.
- Manage the annual performance cycle, consolidate scores, and support reward and recognition process.
Key Accountabilities Evaluate Training Centers
- Assess and approve external training centers to ensure alignment with STCW, flag state, and company specific standards.
- Conduct periodic evaluations of training providers for quality, relevance, accreditation status, and instructor competency.
- Maintain a vetted list of approved training centers and ensure seafarers are enrolled only in compliant institutions.
- Liaise with training providers to address feedback and implement improvements.
Key Accountabilities Vessel Visits & Fleet Officer Engagement
- Conduct vessel visits (including sailing visits) to evaluate and enhance onboard training, mentorship, and career development practices.
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of the Fleet Officer Meeting.
- Gather feedback from seafarers and vessel leadership to inform continuous improvement.
- Support additional Marine Personnel Department initiatives and tasks as required.
Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills
- CoC STCW A III/2.
- A minimum of 48 months sailing experience on Tankers, out of which minimum 6 at a Management Level Position (Chief/Second Engineer).
- Familiarity with maritime regulations, certification systems, and training practices.
- Training Program Design & Delivery, Training Needs Analysis (TNA), Career Pathway Development, Performance Management, Data Management & Reporting, Mentorship, Briefing & Debriefing, Stakeholder Coordination, Event & Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Communication & Advisory.
- Expertise in developing and managing training programs aligned with STCW, company specific, and computer based learning requirements.
- Familiarity with maritime training standards, including IMO Model Courses and flag state requirements.
- Ability to assess individual and departmental training needs using structured analysis tools and performance data.
- Skill in designing structured career progression frameworks for all seafarer ranks.
- Experience in managing promotion pipelines and maintaining promotion eligibility records.
- Proficiency in managing appraisal systems, analyzing performance data, and aligning outcomes with training and reward strategies.
- Strong capability in maintaining accurate training, certification, and performance records.
- Ability to conduct effective debriefings and provide career guidance to seafarers, including cadets and junior officers.
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