Faye Ritchie
Aberdeen,United Kingdom
Summary
A highly organised and detail-oriented professional with expertise in personnel and crew logistics, offshore coordination, crew planning and rotation management. Demonstrate proficiency in recruitment and onboarding, HR compliance, STCW regulations, travel and mobilisation logistics and certification tracking. Committed to optimising operational efficiency through strategic planning and effective communication. Actively seeking an opportunity to move to Dubai, bringing strong offshore crewing expertise to support marine operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Crew Officer
OSM Thome
Aberdeen
2024.10 - 2026.02
- Manage crewing operations for a diverse fleet of marine operations including Multi-Purpose DP Vessels, SOVs, PSVs, Jack-Up Installation New Build Vessels (Yantai), and Construction Vessels, including responsibility for UK crew and international crew where no local recruitment office exists in their home country.
- Coordinate crew planning and rotations to ensure safe manning levels and full compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee recruitment, mobilisation, certification tracking, and international and domestic travel logistics (including flight bookings) for marine and offshore crews.
- Ensure all seafarers are fully compliant with client-specific requirements and STCW regulations, including certification, medicals, and training validity prior to mobilisation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date crew records, certifications, medicals, and visa documentation across multiple vessel types.
- Act as focal point between vessel management, clients, and offshore personnel.
- Recently promoted to Crew Manager, reflecting strong performance and increased responsibility within the crewing function.
- Provide guidance and oversight to crewing employees, supporting workflow efficiency and operational continuity.
Personnel Coordinator
Advance Global Recruitment
Aberdeen
2024.01 - 2024.10
- Manage coordination and scheduling of offshore and onshore personnel while ensuring compliance with industry and company regulations.
- Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring training and certification requirements are met.
- Maintain personnel databases, tracking certifications, medicals, and training records.
- Act as primary point of contact for personnel queries relating to travel and accommodation.
- Chair daily meetings regarding offshore personnel vacancies and mobilisation requirements.
- Ensure weekly KPIs are achieved.
Administrative & Accounts Assistant
Aberdein Considine
Aberdeen
2019.11 - 2023.12
- Process financial transactions, including posting invoices and allocating payments.
- Liaise with tenants and landlords regarding rent arrears and account queries.
- Produce monthly revenue and variance reports using Microsoft Excel.
- Ensure tenancies remain compliant with current legislation.
Swimming Teacher
Sport Aberdeen
Aberdeen
2018.01 - 2019.10
- Plan and deliver structured swimming lessons in line with safety and training standards.
- Undertake risk assessments and ensure health and safety compliance.
Education
SVQ Business & Administration - SCQF Level 6
Aberdein Considine
AberdeenHigh School Qualifications - undefined
Kincorth Academy
AberdeenSkills
- Personnel & Crew Logistics
- Offshore & Onshore Coordination
- Crew Planning & Rotation Management
- Recruitment & Onboarding
- HR, Compliance & STCW Regulations
- Stakeholder & Client Liaison
- Travel & Mobilisation Logistics
- Certification & Medical Tracking
- Report Generation & Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented
LANGUAGES
English
INTERESTS
Former competitive swimmer for City of Aberdeen, Regular gym member and fitness enthusiast, Enjoy travelling and exploring new countries
Timeline
Crew Officer
OSM Thome
2024.10 - 2026.02
Personnel Coordinator
Advance Global Recruitment
2024.01 - 2024.10
Administrative & Accounts Assistant
Aberdein Considine
2019.11 - 2023.12
Swimming Teacher
Sport Aberdeen
2018.01 - 2019.10
High School Qualifications - undefined
Kincorth Academy
SVQ Business & Administration - SCQF Level 6
Aberdein Considine