Join our General Crewing team in Algeciras and support the crew of our Strait of Gibraltar fleet. As Marine HR Officer, you will provide day-to-day administrative and casework support for our seafarer employment framework across the Strait of Gibraltar fleet, comprising 4 vessels crew. You will keep employment records, certificates and payroll paperwork in order, and support HR casework. This role is based full time at our Algeciras office, with occasional travel to Ceuta, Tangier and the vessels. Issuing and filing seafarer contracts and variations and keeping employment records up to date across the fleet's Spanish, Moroccan and residual international arrangements. Tracking certificates of competency and flag state examination sittings, and maintaining records supporting MLC 2006, STCW and manning compliance. Preparing monthly payroll and social security inputs and supporting registration with TGSS and the Instituto Social de la Marina. Maintaining manning tables, rotation records and workforce data (headcount, FTE, turnover), and supporting onboarding and training compliance for new crew. Proven experience in a Marine HR, Crewing, or Maritime Personnel role within the shipping, ferry, cruise, or offshore sector.



Strong working knowledge of the Spanish Special Register of Ships and Shipping Companies (REBECA/Canary Islands Register) requirements and associated maritime employment regulations. Sound understanding of Spanish Labour Law, employment practices, and social security requirements. Experience interpreting and applying relevant Spanish Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) within the maritime sector. Familiarity with crew employment contracts, payroll inputs, onboarding, repatriation, and seafarer administration. Ability to interpret legislation and provide practical HR guidance to operational teams. A professional qualification in Human Resources, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience. Fluent Spanish and English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/crewing management systems. Previous experience within passenger ferry operations or short-sea shipping environments. Fluent French, both written and spoken At DFDS, we prioritise training and continuous professional development, and you'll join a team known for accountability, respect and enthusiasm. This role is based at our Algeciras office.

📌 HR Generalist (Cádiz)
🏢 DFDS
📍 Cádiz