Overview
Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard) is the operating company for P&O Cruises & Cunard. We provide world-class cruise holidays and take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s seafaring heritage. That legacy of elegance and style, of beautiful ships, inspiring leadership and guest-obsessed service excellence lives on today as we evolve for tomorrow.
Working at Carnival UK / P&O Cruises / Cunard means being part of a tight-knit but truly global team of friendly, happy, caring people. We value inclusion, fresh ideas and different perspectives. Whatever our role or background, we share high standards, heartfelt values and a sense of belonging. We’re focused on wellbeing and we strive to be supportive and compassionate when we need it most.
Responsibilities
Join us as Staff Chief Engineer Officer and you’ll understand that working at sea is more than just a job: it’s a way of life. As deputy to the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the technical department and leading the engineering team, including the watchkeeping teams. It will be your job to ensure that all engine room plant and machinery are thoroughly tested and maintained so that they’re always performing well, and that all maintenance work complies with relevant regulations. You’ll also oversee the testing of SOLAS equipment, keep maintenance records, liaise with shore teams, develop the ship’s asset management plan, and attend corporate social events. Meanwhile, you’ll visit different places, explore new worlds and gain experiences that stay with you for a lifetime.
Qualifications
* Chief Engineer Unlimited Certificate of Competency (CoC)
* STCW High Voltage Management training certificate
* Experience on board a cruise ship would be desirable, but not essential
Skills and attributes
In addition to a strong technical background and leadership skills, you will love problem solving, fixing things and being hands-on. You will be self-motivated and dependable, and always keen to take on more work and help others. You will be a natural communicator, often asking questions and sharing knowledge, and able to easily adapt your style to suit the situation. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. As well as practical skills we will help you to develop your leadership skills, supervising junior officers, cadets and technicians. If you love problem solving and are a natural communicator with the determination to develop your career with a world-leading cruise company, join us on our journey.
Culture and inclusion
We’re working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. Difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.
Agency notice
At Carnival UK, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.
Details
* Seniority level: Executive
* Employment type: Full-time
* Industries: Engineering Services and Maritime Transportation
Location and salary: Southampton, England, United Kingdom; Salary range £28,000.00–£40,000.00.
If you love problem solving and are a natural communicator with the determination to develop your career with a world-leading cruise company, join us on our journey.
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