Become An Employer Of Choice!

No matter what sector you recruit from, there is always competition from employers to attract and retain the best people. The maritime industry is no different. So, in a busy employment market, how can you stand above the rest? The answer is to provide good employment perks. If we were to ask any employer, most would wish they could pay their employees more to help retain good people, but with tight budgets and strained finances more often an increase in monetary benefits is just impossible.

So, we then need to look at ways to add value to the employee experience. Added value may be offering good onboard food and facilities. Providing praise and positive feedback will also make employees feel valued. However, one new and revolutionary way that shipping employers are starting to embrace is that of digital technology and specifically, an Ankaa Marine crew mobile app.

A crew mobile app can keep seafarers connected to their employers and provide a sense of belonging whilst embracing the company’s culture. With individual and group messaging features, crew can stay connected to their teams or superiors. Communicate company bulletins, provide travel details or just send a ‘Well done and thanks’ to someone who stood out today.

But how else could an Ankaa Marine crew app offer seafarers’ value? Certification expiry management is a really valuable tool for individual seafarers. Whether they look after training themselves, or the company manages this, the crew member will be alerted when their certificates are due to expire so they never miss a deadline. Seafarers use a vast array of methods to keep on top of certification due dates. Some keep paper folders, others use spreadsheets and some use calendar alerts. With Ankaa Marine Crew App all crew can keep on top of expiry of certification with ease.

Another mobile app feature which will get your crew talking onboard is the ability to upload copies of their new certification direct from their mobile phone! That means employers can have electronic visibility of up-to-date certification as soon as it has been issued and uploaded by the crew member.

So, if you’re looking for a way to stand out from other maritime industry employers and offer your employees added value with little cost, think Ankaa Marine.

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