About the Company

Aker BioMarine is a world leader in the sustainable production of krill-based products, and its Feed Ingredients business is now branching out as a separate company with a focus on continued growth. As a new company, Aker BioMarine Feed Ingredients is dedicated to enhancing the nutritional value of feed for aquaculture and livestock and contributing to a more sustainable global food system. Our business has experienced consistent growth within the Aker BioMarine organization, and we remain a reputable company in the maritime industry known for a focus on operational excellence.

As part of our growth, we are looking for a versatile professional to provide coordination within our overall people operations, which includes crewing, payroll, and HR functions.

Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.

Job Title: HR & Crew Coordinator 

This role offers the flexibility to shape responsibilities around your key skills. If you have strong experience in one area—whether it’s HR, payroll, or crewing—there is room for adapting the role to suit your strengths, while still providing opportunities to grow in the other areas. The position title may also be further tailored to best align with the selected candidate’s background. 

Job Description: 

The HR & Crew Coordinator will play a pivotal role in managing crew operations, ensuring accurate payroll processing, and supporting human resource functions. This role requires a dynamic individual who can balance the needs of crew management, HR processes, and payroll administration while ensuring compliance with labor laws and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Contribute the recruitment, onboarding, and management of crew members.

• Ensure all crew and employee documentation complies with relevant laws and regulations.

• Administer payroll, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments for crew and other employees.

• Coordinate HR functions such as employee relations, performance management, and compliance with regulations.

• Coordinate crew rotations and work schedules in coordination with the operations team.

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with company goals and legal requirements.

• Act as the point of contact for crew and employee inquiries related to HR and payroll issues.

• Collaborate with finance and operations to manage workforce budgets and optimize cost efficiency.

Requirements: 

• Proven experience in a combined Crewing, Payroll, or HR role, or related managerial position.

• Knowledge of HR practices, payroll processes, and maritime crewing operations.

• Familiarity with labor laws and regulations, especially in maritime and international settings.

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with both crew and office staff.

• Proficiency in HR and payroll management software. Experience or familiarity with OCS personnel program is a plus.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).

• Certification(s) in payroll and/or HR-related functions is a plus.

• Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant experience.

• English language skills (oral and written) required; Norwegian in addition is a plus.

Location and Travel: 

This position can be based out of either of our offices in Ålesund or Oslo, Norway. Occasional travel within Norway is required.

Application and Contact Information: 

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and skills and believe they contribute to great teams!

For more information about the position or process, please contact Hannah Bjerch-Andresen, HR Business Partner at hannah.bjerch-andresen@akerbiomarine.com.

Application deadline is October 31, 2024. 

About the Company

We develop ingredients for use in the nutraceutical, aquaculture and animal feed markets. Our value chain stretches from our vessels and sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica, through our logistics hub in Montevideo, and all the way to customers around the world.

QRILL™ Aqua is a functional feed ingredient for shrimp, marine fish, and salmonids, increasing productivity in aquaculture - through improved growth, health and quality.

QRILL™ Pet is a functional ingredient for pet nutrition with documented health benefits for companion animals. Proven in numerous studies to benefit pet health, the omega-3s help maintain the health of the heart, kidneys, liver, joints, brain, eyes, skin and coat.

Why should you be part of our team?

You can expect hard work and a lot of fun and challenges. In return we promise you will be part of an exciting journey. If you show initiative and desire for more responsibility, we will give it to you and support you along the way. We strongly believe that our team of people want to do their best. All in the spirit of being the leading company in our industry and always striving to raise the bar.