Skanfil Maritime Services, Inc. is a manning agency licensed by the POEA to recruit seafarers to man/board vessels plying international sea lanes and other related maritime activities.
Skanfil Maritime Services, Inc.
Address: GF (Left Wing) Royal Enterprises Building, 2227 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
Tel No/s : 8121319-22; 8191013 to 17
Email Address : [email protected]
We are service-oriented and people-oriented Crewing Specialists, dedicated to offering each Principal our full attention and the highest level of expertise while ensuring that all the other stakeholders are being cared for at the same time.
The Company was established in 1982 under the Skanfil manning license which is still operating under the group today. In 1988 the business was expanded Scanmar Maritime Services Inc was incorporated. Historically, Scanmar has been positioned very close to Scandinavian owners and in its early years our main activity was concentrated within the reefer sector.
Over time this position has changed. Holding on to its reputation for quality and integrity, Scanmar steadily attracted more and more reputable ship owners with a similar philosophy. Our traditional reefer fleet changed to an attractive mix of various types of ships. Scanmar today enjoys a controlled natural growth and has developed effective management systems to secure its high level of service.
Through hard work, professionalism, excellence and integrity, Scanmar shall not only provide Shipowners with Globally competitive and qualified Filipino seafarers to ensure the timely and cost-effective operation of their vessels but also protect the interest of all internal and external parties related to the business. Scanmar’s working environment shall be safe, sound and healthy. To ensure the employees development and growth together with the company.
Scanmar shall maintain a pool of STCW compliant and qualified seafarers through continuous upgrading, training, and education and shall conform to the National and International standers, including MLC 2006 Part 1.4 Recruitment and Placement. Scanmar is committed to comply with its Quality Objectives and take into consideration the proper risk management, as necessary in order to provide responsive quality service to our Principals.
Crewing Agency Services
Scanmar recognizes that seafarers are its Principals’ major assets, as they play a primary role in enhancing Principals’ quality of service and reputation. We are totally committed to meeting your needs, and we constantly focus on customer satisfaction. Continuous process analyses, appraisal and training programmes are aimed at constant improvement in proficiency, effectiveness and costs.
In addition, we offer a dedicated office highlighting your identity and securing a closer relationship with your crew. With enough technical, nautical and crewing background, Scanmar, your Crewing Specialists, will always be able to find creative solutions to any challenge. Tell us what you need and we will get back to you with what we can best offer.
Jobs at Sea
With a fleet of more than 300 vessels under full and part crew compliment, Scanmar offers excellent career opportunities for capable fully trained and ambitious seafarers. Today 85% of the Principals are European ship owners/managers from: Germany, Netherlands, France, Belgium, Cyprus, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta and Norway and 15% come from other parts of the world like: Japan, Singapore and USA.
Our top management practices “open door” policy for both officers and ratings to ensure quick decisions and a good relationship with everyone. Full information is also given about the positions offered along with a various opportunities, types of vessels as well as trading areas. We also have fifty (50) principals that offer market rate wages, and allotments are paid on time. We look after you as we take care of your family at home.
Qualifications for Job Applicants
The agency ensure that only Filipino workers are qualified and medically-fit are deployed. Hence, Filipino workers are medically examined by government-accredited medical clinics or hospitals and trade-tested or trained by training centers authorized by the government.
- Qualification of Seafarers – Only seafarers certified as competent and qualified shall work, be employed or be engaged onboard a ship.
- Minimum Age – No person below eighteen (18) years old shall work, be employed or be engaged onboard a ship.
- Medical Certification – The seafarer shall hold a valid medical certificate issued by a medical facility duly accredited by the Department of Health (DOH) for that purpose, in accordance with its existing rules and regulations.
For further information, you may contact the manning agency at telephone number 8121319-22; 8191013 to 17 submit your application via email so the recruiter can contact you for further instructions. Walk in applicants can also visit the manning agency to submit their CV for immediate screening. The office of Skanfil Maritime Services, Inc. is located at GF (Left Wing) Royal Enterprises Building, 2227 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City, Philippines.

