Crew administration

Crew employment and payroll Crew recruitment Crew administration MLC compliance

Crew Administration

We provide comprehensive support to captains in managing crew employment and related matters through an on board crew manual. This manual includes essential guidelines and procedures to ensure effective crew administration.

The Crew Administration Service includes:

Maritime labour convention compliance
Crew recruitment and employment procedures
Guidelines for occasional workers and day workers
Seafarer's employment agreements
Social security provisions
Discipline and grievance procedures
Training and performance management (under development)
Health, safety, and wellbeing protocols, including medical certificates, inoculations, and pregnancy on board

Crew Services

Discover the Burgess difference

A quality yacht crew is essential for the efficient and safe operation of any yacht. We provide all the necessary support and guidance to ensure a smooth process for all involved, all of the time.

A robust, cost-effective and tested structure

Under the expert supervision of our qualified and experienced human resource professionals, we source the best crew available to make your yacht truly more than a home. We never underestimate the importance of a valued human connection.

Crew services that limit employment liability

Our team ensures that crew are employed in a legitimate structure and in compliance with local and international legislation. We work with the captain and under the guidance of the owner to provide the full range of crew management services.

Personalised service from a dedicated crew manager

From crew travel to crew training, and employment agreements to payroll, you can have peace of mind that all crew management requirements essential for the smooth operation of a yacht are taken care of by your dedicated personal crew manager.

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