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Marine & Shipping Recruitment Services

Navigating Global Talent to Premier Maritime Opportunities

Trgrecruitment maintains an outstanding reputation in the marine and shipping industry for providing exceptional job opportunities, collaborating closely with employers to deliver efficient, tailored solutions — from vessel crew and marine engineers to port operations, chartering and maritime executive leadership.

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Global Maritime Recruitment Excellence

Decades of maritime expertise, one recruitment partner

Our overseas services in the marine and shipping industry ensure confidentiality and professionalism while tailoring each search to the client's requirements. Our human resource management and headhunting team have extensive experience across the sector, giving them a unique understanding of the work and a broad, diverse maritime network — so every search is fruitful and productive, not a standing start.

  • Permanent placement, contract staffing & bulk crew mobilisation
  • Single specialist hires or full vessel and shore-side teams
  • Confidential, professional service tailored to each client brief
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Maritime industry specializations

Some of the common roles we fit across the marine and shipping industry.

Our Services

Maritime roles we recruit for

Full-spectrum maritime recruitment, from vessel operations to shore-side commercial functions.

01

Trading, Chartering & Broking

Expert recruitment for maritime commerce and vessel operations.

02

Claims Management & Analysis

Specialists in maritime insurance and claims processing.

03

Classification & Verification

Certification and compliance professionals for maritime standards.

04

Executive Management

Leadership recruitment for shipping companies and maritime organisations.

05

Engineering Staffing Solutions

Marine engineers and technical specialists for vessel operations.

06

Manufacturing & Marine Services

Shipbuilding and marine equipment manufacturing professionals.

07

Marine & Shipping Technology

Digital innovation and technology experts for the maritime industry.

08

Sales & Marketing

Commercial professionals for maritime business development.

09

Project Management

Maritime project leaders and coordination specialists.

10

Supply Chain Management

Logistics and supply chain experts for global shipping operations.

11

Technical Analysis

Maritime technical assessment and analytical professionals.

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On Our Reputation

"Our highly professional staff ensures that marine and shipping industry services and job seekers in that sector have nothing to worry about once they have partnered with us."

Maritime Industry Excellence

Where we place maritime talent

From loading bays to the bridge to the port authority office.

Container ship loaded with cargo

Cargo Operations

Specialised recruitment for container and bulk cargo operations.

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Navigation & Operations

Expert crew and operational staff recruitment.

Busy commercial port terminal

Port Management

Port authority and terminal operations recruitment.

Our Process

How we recruit for maritime employers

STEP 01

Requirement Scoping

Vessel type, role specs, certifications and mobilisation timeline defined upfront with the client.

STEP 02

Sourcing & Screening

Candidates matched from our global maritime network, checking STCW certification, sea-time and references.

STEP 03

Vetting & Compliance

Technical fit, medical fitness and flag-state documentation verified before submission.

STEP 04

Deployment & Mobilisation

A verified shortlist with assessment notes, followed by travel and joining arrangements so crew are ship-ready.

Why Trgrecruitment

Why employers choose us for maritime hiring

A

Decades of maritime expertise

Specialist knowledge across the marine and shipping industry, combined with industry knowledge and a broad professional network.

B

Confidential, tailored search

Every search tailored to the client's requirements, with confidentiality and professionalism maintained throughout.

C

Full-spectrum coverage

From vessel crew to executive leadership to shore-side commercial roles — one recruitment partner for the whole industry.

D

Flexible engagement models

Permanent placement, contract staffing or bulk crew mobilisation, depending on your operational need.

Modern container port operations
FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fill a marine or shipping vacancy?+
Timelines depend on role seniority and certification requirements. Standard crew and operational roles are typically filled within 2–4 weeks; senior officer or executive positions can take longer once references and documentation are verified.
Do you recruit both sea-going crew and shore-side staff?+
Yes. We recruit vessel crew and marine engineers as well as port operations, chartering, claims and executive management roles for shipping companies and maritime organisations.
Do you verify certifications and sea-time before submission?+
Yes. Every candidate we submit has had their certifications, sea-time and references checked before their profile reaches you.
Can you support bulk crew mobilisation for a new vessel or contract?+
Yes. Alongside single specialist placements, we support bulk crew mobilisation and full team deployment for new vessels, contracts or shore-side expansions.
Do you handle travel and joining arrangements for crew?+
We assist with the deployment process, including coordinating travel, joining logistics and documentation so crew arrive ready to join their vessel.
Do you provide contract staffing or only permanent placement?+
Both. We support permanent hires, fixed-term contract staffing and project-based bulk mobilisation depending on your operational needs.
Let's Talk

Ready to set sail with your next maritime hire?

Tell us your brief — vessel type, headcount and timeline — and a Dubai-based maritime consultant responds within one business day.

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