Targeted Distribution
Your vacancy is sent only to seafarers who match your exact criteria — rank, vessel type, nationality, and availability. Not a broadcast. A targeted delivery.
Reach Active
Seafarers Faster
Start Manning maintains a curated database of seafarers who are actively seeking new positions. When you submit a vacancy, we distribute it directly to candidates matching your rank, vessel type, nationality, and availability requirements. You define the criteria. We handle the outreach.
We will contact you within one business day.
- Active Candidate Database
- Targeted by Rank & Vessel Type
- Same-Day Distribution Launch
- Maritime Recruitment Specialists
Why Start Manning
Your Vacancy Reaches the Right Crew
Generic job boards reach everyone. We reach the seafarers who are qualified, available, and actively looking for their next position.
Active Candidate Database
Our distribution is targeted exclusively at active seafarers sourced from public maritime databases who are currently marked as Open to Work and available within your required joining period.
Fast Launch
Distribution typically launches the same business day your vacancy is reviewed. From submission to outreach — within two to three business days under standard conditions.
Maritime Specialists
Start Manning works exclusively in maritime recruitment. We understand rank structures, certificate requirements, and the timeline pressures of crewing operations.
Professional Screening
When required, we review candidate documents — certificates of competency, discharge books, and availability confirmation — before forwarding a shortlist to you.
Direct Communication
Candidates can contact you directly, or contact Start Manning for initial screening. You choose the workflow that fits your crewing process.
Precision Targeting
Distributed to Your Exact Criteria
You define who receives your vacancy. We match against every criterion before distribution begins.
Rank
Master, Chief Officer, Second Officer, Third Officer, Chief Engineer, and all unlicensed ratings
Vessel Type
Bulk Carrier, Tanker, Container Ship, General Cargo, RORO, Offshore, Passenger, and others
Nationality
Filter by one nationality or multiple. Specify preferred flag-state requirements if applicable.
Availability
ASAP, within two weeks, within one month. Only candidates matching the required availability window are contacted.
Certificates
Specify STCW endorsements, flag-state licences, or special endorsements required for the position.
Trading Area
Worldwide, specific ocean region, or restricted trading area. Relevant where flag-state or trading area endorsements apply.
Have additional targeting requirements? Mention them when you contact us and we will account for them during distribution.
The Process
Three Steps. One Request.
Your involvement ends at step one. Start Manning handles everything that follows.
Submit Your Vacancy
Contact our team to discuss your recruitment needs. We'll review your vacancy, define the appropriate targeting criteria, and organize the distribution to relevant seafarers.
We Review & Prepare
Our team reviews your vacancy, identifies matched candidates from our active database, and prepares a professional outreach communication. Typically completed within one business day.
Distribution Launches
Your vacancy reaches active, matched seafarers directly. Candidates respond to you or to Start Manning for initial screening — your choice when you submit.
Our Database
Seafarers Who Are Available Now
Our distribution targets seafarers whose public profiles on maritime recruitment platforms show they are available or open to new opportunities. This helps your vacancy reach professionals who are actively looking for their next contract.
Active Job Seekers
We focus on seafarers whose public profiles indicate they are currently available or open to new employment opportunities.
Multiple Nationalities
Distribution can be targeted by nationality based on publicly available candidate profiles.
All Ranks Represented
Targeted distribution is available across deck, engine, catering and offshore positions.