HR Director – On board position

HR Director – On board position

We’re seeking an HR Director to join our Human Resources Department onboard Costa vessels.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field
• At least 3 years of experience managing staff
• At least 2 years of experience in Recruiting and Industrial Relations
• Strong competencies in investigations, negotiation, conflict resolution, coaching, counseling and disciplinary supervision
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• English knowledge at C1 level
• Knowledge of Italian at C1 level
• Knowledge of a third language among French, German, Spanish, Portuguese or Mandarin (at least B2 level)

LIVE YOUR AMBITION, LEAD YOUR IMPACT

You will act as the first point of contact for HR matters onboard, ensuring compliance with Company rules, promoting crew welfare and strengthening communication between shipboard and shoreside management. Your role will support a positive working culture and contribute to the overall performance and wellbeing of the onboard community.

HR Governance, Compliance & Processes

• You will identify and report opportunities to simplify and improve HR processes, supporting inspections (Port State Control, HESS etc.) in full alignment with Company procedures and the Maritime Labour Convention.
• You will assist the Captain with compliance checks (e.g. work/break hours) and disciplinary disembarkation decisions.
• You will manage investigations, disciplinary reports and cases of ethical misconduct, ensuring fairness, transparency and procedural correctness.
• You will support management in understanding and implementing Company decisions impacting personnel.

People Management, Talent & Development

• You will run the onboard HR desk and contribute to recruiting, internal mobility and talent identification processes aligned with Company values.
• You will oversee Welfare and Wellbeing activities, ensuring high‑quality initiatives that improve Crew Experience onboard and promote belonging and cultural integration.
• You will oversee learning and development activities (excluding HESS training) led by the Learning Officer, ensuring continuous improvement.
• You will welcome newly embarked personnel, introduce key HR processes and facilitate smooth integration onboard.
• You will support the performance evaluation process, ensuring consistency, transparency and equal opportunities for promotion or departmental movement.
• You will facilitate conflict resolution between Crew Members, promoting a respectful and collaborative environment.

Operational HR Support

• You will support Office Management with planning, improving processes and delivering special HR projects.
• You will assist onboard officers and management in handling personnel‑related matters in line with Company procedures.
• You will supervise the Chief Crew Housekeeping in allocating Crew, Staff and Officer cabins according to Company rules.
• You will ensure effective communication to Crew Members using multiple channels (meetings, cascading, crew TV etc.).

Safety Culture & Awareness

• You will ensure your team implements and maintains an effective HESS management system.
• You will enforce and promote safety procedures within your area of responsibility.
• You will contribute to a work environment that supports a strong and sustainable safety culture.