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At Maersk, our seafarers are at the heart of our operations. As a Senior Marine People Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting and guiding our seafarers throughout their employment journey, ensuring they feel supported, valued, and empowered.
In this role, you will act as a trusted HR partner and escalation point, providing expert guidance on complex HR matters while supporting the Marine People team in delivering a consistent, high-quality people experience. You will work closely with colleagues across regions and functions, contributing to a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven environment.
This is an opportunity to take on a senior HR role with real impact, combining operational excellence, stakeholder management, and team support in a global organization.
Key Responsibilities
Trusted HR Partner to Seafarers
Serve as the primary HR point of contact for seafarers throughout their employment lifecycleIssue Seafarer Employment Agreements and provide expert guidance on employment-related mattersConduct sign-off conversations and support seafarers during key employment transitionsSafeguard seafarer wellbeing, including welfare, illness cases, and family-related mattersSupport key lifecycle events such as parental leave, retirement, and exit processesPerformance, Development, and Employee Experience
Coordinate and support performance management processes, including appraisals, development plans, and disciplinary actionsProvide career guidance and support individual developmentIdentify training needs and support development initiatives aligned with talent strategyPromote a positive employee experience and strong engagement with seafarersHR Operations and Administration
Manage end-to-end HR administration, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiencySupport payroll-related queries, leave management, benefits administration, and expense claimsHandle sensitive matters including grievances and complex employee casesEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting to relevant authoritiesParticipate in duty phone coverage as requiredLeadership and Team Support
Act as escalation point in the absence of the Marine People ManagerSupport and guide Marine People Advisors in complex HR situationsAssist the Marine People Manager with task execution, delegation, and team coordinationContribute to HR projects, process improvements, and implementation of new initiativesStakeholder Collaboration
Build strong relationships with seafarers and internal stakeholders including Crewing, Fleet Groups, Marine Standards, and Marine People teams globallyCollaborate with external stakeholders such as local authorities and third-party partnersEnsure continuity of service through effective handovers and proactive communicationWho We Are Looking For
You are an experienced HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, global environment and is passionate about supporting employees and enabling teams to perform at their best.
You bring:
Solid experience in HR, preferably supporting frontline or operational populationsStrong communication skills with empathy and professionalismAbility to manage complex cases and multiple prioritiesStrong stakeholder management and collaboration skillsAbility to act as a trusted advisor and escalation pointHigh level of integrity and confidentialityProactive mindset with focus on continuous improvementLeadership mindset with ability to guide and support colleaguesExcellent English communication skills (written and spoken)Experience in the maritime industry or international HR environment is an advantage.
Why Join Maersk
Be part of a global leader in integrated logisticsPlay a key role in supporting our seafarers worldwideWork in a collaborative, international environmentOpportunity to grow and develop your HR careerJoin a company committed to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvementMaersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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