Strategic personnel planning for vessel operations. Crew decisions shape vessel culture, operational capability, regulatory compliance, and owner satisfaction. Our advisory draws on 30 years of command experience leading teams at sea — we understand crew dynamics from the bridge, not just the org chart.
Crew and personnel strategy extends well beyond recruitment. Management structures, rotation planning, training frameworks, and retention strategies all determine whether a vessel operates as a cohesive unit or a collection of individuals. Our Consultancy Division advises on the strategic decisions that shape crew capability. For individual crew vetting and compliance screening, our Compliance Division's Priority CVP service verifies and certifies.
Strategic advice on crew composition, management hierarchies, and reporting structures tailored to the vessel's operational profile. Whether a 30-metre sailing yacht or a 90-metre motor yacht with rotating crew, the management structure must match the vessel's complexity and the owner's expectations.
Guidance on recruitment strategy, role specifications, and candidate evaluation criteria. We advise on what to look for beyond certifications — the leadership qualities, cultural fit, and operational temperament that determine whether a crew member thrives or merely serves time.
Rotation schedules that balance operational continuity, crew welfare, regulatory rest-hour requirements, and budget constraints. Combined with retention strategies that address the factors experienced mariners actually value — professional development, operational standards, and respect for their expertise.
Crew & HR Strategy is available across all three Consultancy subscription tiers. Strategic personnel advice that reflects the reality of leading teams at sea, not just managing headcount on a spreadsheet.