Spinnaker - Global Shipping Recruitment

Global Success Stories

Read some of our client and candidate testimonials and case studies.

We are proud of our ability to find top talent in your country and on the other side of the world.

Lamnalco have used the services of Spinnaker for the past six years; they are one of our preferred business partners. We have found Spinnaker’s recruitment services to be professional and responsive, they have been given several difficult assignments and on most occasions they have exceeded our expectations.

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Group HR & Admin Manager, Lamnalco (UAE)

Spinnaker were appointed by a Greek tanker owner to recruit a new COO. The client was unsure whether to insist on Greek candidates or whether their culture would suit overseas candidates. Spinnaker took on the assignment as a retained search and agreed to submit dual shortlists of Greek and overseas candidates. The final shortlist comprised an American Greek, a Brit, two Greeks and a Norwegian. The Norwegian candidate was successfully appointed.

Greek Tanker Owner,
Greece

We used the services of Spinnaker Consulting to source a Technical Manager for our mixed fleet of tankers, container vessels and bulk carriers.
At the beginning of the process we produced a timetable which was strictly adhered to. There was excellent communication throughout ensuring that the candidates which were finally shortlisted closely matched our requirements.
The interviews were efficiently organized into first interview and second interview days so reducing the time commitment of the management of this company to the minimum possible.
We have ended up with a good employee and were completely satisfied with the service given by Spinnaker Consulting.

General Manager,
Shipping Company, Cyprus

Arguably not so successful this one! Following an extensive search for a large shipbroking client, it became clear that other brokers had a negative perception of the company as an employer and we were unable to fill their position. We wrote a report providing them with market feedback, which was presented to the Board. After a consultation period, the company introduced new reward and retention strategies, which have had a positive impact and which we know, from ongoing market research into salaries, have filtered out positively into the marketplace.

Retained search,
Senior dry cargo shipbroker

Dear Spinnaker
I would like to thank you for the corporation during my new employment offered by You.
From start to end - the information flow have been fantastic(terms, information abt new relocation area etc). I can only recommend You to everybody - Persons which are looking for new opportunities or for companies which are looking for new employees.
Thanks again
With best regards
JMJ

Mr JMJ,
Director of Bunkers

We were impressed with Spinnaker’s ability to nominate qualified candidates which matched our unique criteria. Spinnaker’s detailed narrative reports and interview summaries highlighted strengths, weaknesses and the individuals’ capabilities as they related to the needs of our organization. We were very satisfied that these reports closely matched our own analysis of each candidate. As a result, the short-listing process was fast and efficient. We truly believe we hired the best available candidate as a result of Spinnaker’s services.

Scott Bergeron,
COO, Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR)

Spinnaker were retained to recruit ISS’ Director of Partnership Sales. Following a combined global search and advertised selection, we submitted a shortlist of candidates from Germany, Denmark, Italy, Malaysia and the UK. ISS successfully hired two candidates, one into the original vacancy and the other into a country manager role in the Mediterranean.

Inchcape Shipping Services,

Spinnaker Consulting Ltd were engaged on a multiple-vacancy project basis with tight time lines. They were proactive, organised and ready to meet the challenge of helping BP recruit suitable candidates in Singapore for a new department. It was a very successful working relationship resulting in a 100% acceptance rate of 9 offers.

Surbjit Laroya,
Senior Consultant, Atos Origin (on behalf of BP) Singapore

Milford Haven Part Authority, the fifth largest port in the UK, have used Spinnaker in the recruitment of several positions over the past few years, most recently being that for a Commercial Director. Having also tried direct advertising and recruitment, we recognise that spinnaker provide access to a large database relevant to our requirements and a high degree of professionalism and expertise from which we have benefited in making successful appointments.

Mr Ted Sangster,
Executive Milford Haven Port Authority

I am pleased to write that the service I have received from Spinnaker throughout my recruitment has been first class. From the initial application to the support I have received during this period has been very helpful. I have found the level of interest and care shown to be better than any support I have received in the past from a recruitment agency. I would whole heartedly recommend Spinnakers to friends and colleagues for both advertising of jobs and for looking for positions in the future.
Kind Regards
SJ

SJ,
Laytime Specialist

Here´s what I have to say about Spinnaker and the people who made it happen and change my life:

When I was looking for a change in my shipping job, Spinnaker was the only recruiting head hunter that brought me the best suited job based on my past experience and requirements. It was a long wait but a worthwhile one.

As soon as they identified me as a potential candidate the dialogue never stopped. Their consultants are top notch, well versed in what they are doing and highly professional in their approach.

The consultant I was attached with (Nicola Woods) was extremely warm and understanding and was quick to respond to my queries. The regular emails followed by the phone when needed was important when time was not on your side. There were many issues that I needed guidance and support and Spinnaker was there out in the middle to help me out.

All in all a fantastic team with all the professionalism desired to get you the right job.

Thank You Spinnaker. Thank You Ms Nicola Woods.

Kevin

Kevin Anthony Dsouza,

Now, allow me to say that I have had great pleasure talking to you yesterday. The way you conducted our discussion - very professional, smooth and polite impressed me a lot. I don´t know how old are you, neither how long you´ve been doing what you do now, but certainly I was under impression that you are either in this job for "many years" or you have been naturally gifted for this position. I had many interviews in my professional life and yours was definitely one of the best. Please tell your boss / Manager that he can be proud of you. This is my honest opinion.

Nothing else to add, but please feel free and call me if anything suitable comes yours way.

Best regards,
Capt. Niki

Interview feedback from Capt Niki,

Spinnaker offered a thorough and professional service, targeting and delivering on our department’s specific needs within a short time frame.

Kindest regards

JP,
Deputy Team Leader, Demurrage, Oil Major

At Cargill, we aim to deliver added value to our customers and like to think of ourselves as their business partners. In the same way, we can always rely on Spinnaker for detailed global market knowledge and advice. Spinnaker has an impressive international reach for shipping positions and I have always felt they have given 100% in their dealings with me. They’ve delivered good advice and good candidates.

Patrick Prendergast,
Cargill International SA

We have been very happy to have the opportunity to work with you since last year.
We have already made a successful placement. We are very satisfied with your very good services giving excellent applicants for our company and also providing us with information about the potential candidates.

We hope to have the chance to work with you continuously.

Deputy General Manager,
STX Panocean

Spinnaker Consulting were engaged on a global executive search project to source a director of bunker fuel strategy to be based in our European headquarters. This was a difficult project that required detailed knowledge of the shipping industry both to source the right person and to sell our opportunity to them. Spinnaker shortlisted some excellent individuals from around the world and were successful in finding us a Scandinavian based in Switzerland. We would not hesitate to recommend Spinnaker.

Managing Director, Asia,
European Dry Bulk Shipowner

"I cant thank Amy enough for her input into my successful recruitment into the shipbroking industry. Being a 21 year old university leaver with no prior broking experience Amy provided me with the correct mindset for successful applications - giving up to date relevant advice to all my many questions. It quickly became clear by the interviews she put me forward for, some even overseas, that she had a good idea of my requirements. I found Amy easy to talk to and truly would recommend her to anybody wishing to enter the shipping world".

Philip Trish,
Shipbroker

"I am happy to say that I could not be more pleased with my choice of work place!

And once again – thank you for all you have done for me.

You proved all negative rumours about recruiters wrong. The people I have had contact with have been utmost professional and effective as well as being a fantastic support in what can be a difficult process with tough decisions to make."

HHH, Maritime Lawyer,

In the last couple of weeks, I have had frequent exchanges with N with regard to a vacancy ... advertised through Spinnaker.

Having worked for X for eighteen years, I did not have much experience of recruitment consultants until I was made redundant at the end of last year. To say that the catch-up experience has not been entirely pleasant is an understatement.

However the reason for writing to you to is to say that my experience with N has been very positive and everything I would expect from a professional recruitment consultant in terms of approach, progress, response times, updates etc.

Senior insurance candidate,