Crew Manning

Professional maritime personnel services with a commitment to quality, safety, and career development

Our Seafarers

OceanTech maintains a carefully curated pool of over 5,000 qualified seafarers, all holding valid STCW certificates, medical fitness documents, and relevant competency certifications. Our rigorous screening process ensures only the most capable professionals join our crew roster.

5,000+
Active Seafarers
95%
Retention Rate
100%
STCW Certified
50+
Nationalities

Domestic Manning

Comprehensive crew manning services for vessels operating in domestic waters, providing qualified Chinese seafarers who meet all regulatory requirements for coastal and inland waterway operations.

  • Full compliance with MSA regulations
  • Experienced domestic route crews
  • Rapid crew deployment capability
  • Local port agency coordination

International Manning

Global crew manning services for vessels trading internationally, with a diverse pool of seafarers experienced in deep-sea operations across all major trade routes.

  • Multi-nationality crew composition
  • Full visa and travel documentation
  • International certification management
  • Cultural awareness training

Full-Cycle Manning

End-to-end crew management covering recruitment, training, deployment, ongoing welfare, and repatriation. We handle every aspect of crew lifecycle management so ship owners can focus on their core operations.

  • Recruitment and screening
  • Pre-joining training programs
  • Onboard welfare monitoring
  • Travel and repatriation management

Quality & Training

Our dedicated training division ensures all seafarers maintain the highest professional standards through continuous education, simulator-based training, and regular competency assessments.

  • Maritime training center partnerships
  • Bridge and engine simulator programs
  • Safety and emergency drills
  • Leadership and management development

Emergency Response

24/7 emergency response capabilities with rapid crew replacement, crisis communication support, and coordinated response protocols to handle any maritime emergency situation.

  • 24/7 emergency hotline
  • Rapid crew replacement network
  • Crisis communication support
  • Coordinated response protocols

Open Positions

Current crew requirements across our managed fleet

Chief Engineer

Container Vessel, 4,800 TEU
Class IV Certificate, 5+ years experience

Chief Officer

Bulk Carrier, 56,000 DWT
Class II Certificate, 3+ years experience

Second Engineer

Container Vessel, 3,600 TEU
Class III Certificate, 2+ years experience

Electrician

Various Vessel Types
Electro-Technical Officer Certificate

Career Development

At OceanTech, we invest in our seafarers' careers with structured progression pathways, mentorship programs, and leadership development initiatives. Join a team where your growth is our priority.

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Recruitment
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Training
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Deployment
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Advancement
  • Structured career progression paths
  • Mentorship from senior officers
  • Scholarship programs for higher certifications
  • Shore-based career transition support

Join Our Team

Whether you are an experienced officer or an aspiring cadet, we have opportunities for you.

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