Seabold’s success is built on the knowledge, experience and professionalism of our shore-based and shipboard personnel. Our recruitment strategy is driven by quality, safety, ethics and continuous development. We aim to build long-term careers with competent, committed and forward-thinking seafarers.
CREW POLICY
Seabold recognizes that human resources are a critical factor in safe and high-quality operations, both on board and ashore.
All vessels are manned by properly educated, well-trained and sufficiently experienced personnel.
Fully segregated cargo tanks with Stainless Steel, MarineLine® or Epoxy coating
The company actively supports each crew member’s career planning and professional development.
Contract period for officers: 4 months
Contract period for ratings: 6 months
A seniority and experience-based system provides additional benefits for qualified personnel.
Officers and crew are selected based on professional competence, experience and performance monitoring results.
CREW SOURCING & MANNING
Many of our officers are graduates of leading maritime academies in Türkiye.
Seabold runs an extensive cadet program, enabling cadets to grow into officers within our fleet.
The company is a sponsor of Yalova Maritime University and has invested in ice-training simulator modules.
Seabold participates in and sponsors academic social events such as career days and maritime awareness activities.
Academy students are invited to company seminars and social/professional gatherings at the head office.
Selected cadets are also employed at the head office to gain hands-on operational experience.
A significant number of our senior and junior officers have been with us since their cadetship stage.
SPONSORED EXTERNAL TRAINING
Seabold sponsors the following certified shore-based training programs:
BTM Training – All Officers
Ship Handling – Masters & Chief Officers
ECDIS – Generic IMO & Type-Specific
Ice Training – For Ice Class Vessels
CREW GUIDANCE & SAFETY BOOKLETS
All crew members receive compact, pocket-sized safety guidance booklets covering:
Company policies
Behaviour-based safety, situational awareness and safety culture