Chief Electrician Officer
About the job
The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail!
Your Purpose
As Chief Electrician Officer, you play a vital role in ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the ship's electrical systems, safeguarding guest comfort, crew efficiency, and overall vessel safety. You are the driving force behind the proper maintenance and functionality of electrical networks and equipment, from lighting systems to power distribution, across all technical and hotel departments. With precision, leadership, and problem-solving excellence, you guide your team through challenges and innovations, securing operational integrity in every corner of the ship.
Your Impact
You lead by example in managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the vessel's electrical infrastructure, making sure everything runs smoothly, safely, and sustainably. Your expertise ensures compliance with international maritime safety regulations, and your timely interventions protect vital operations such as propulsion, navigation, and communication. You support energy efficiency initiatives, promote preventative maintenance culture, and uphold MSC Cruises' high standards of service and sustainability. Your leadership elevates not only technical performance but also the morale and development of your team.
Your Journey So Far
Your expertise includes:
*You have completed a high school diploma from a certified technical institute, complemented by appropriate electrical engineering licenses.
*Proven experience as Chief Electrician Officer or in a similar senior electrical role aboard international cruise ships.
*You are fluent in English and Italian, both spoken and written; knowledge of additional languages is a distinct advantage.
*You have demonstrated leadership capabilities and a proactive, hands-on attitude to solving technical issues.
*You are fully conversant with electrical safety standards, marine regulations (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL) and planned maintenance systems.
Your Essentials
We are looking for somebody with:
*Valid Chief Electrician Officer qualifications and STCW-compliant certifications.
*Outstanding technical knowledge of electrical systems on large passenger vessels.
*Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to respond under pressure.
*Excellent organizational skills and ability to train, supervise, and evaluate subordinates.
*Physically fit and fully capable of performing duties onboard:
*Ability to lift and move up to 25 kg.
*Committed to excellence, safety, energy efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
*Availability to work in a rotational shipboard schedule.
Our commitment
We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.
Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here
- Department: Maintenance
The company
MSC Cruises has grown exponentially since 2003. In such a short time, we have built a fleet of 22 modern and most environmentally advanced ships!
With our constant expansion, our fleet will grow in capacity with the arrival of seven new ships in three different classes by 2027.
One of our latest ships – MSC World Europa – was delivered in 2022, inaugurating the World Class. It is our largest cruise ship to date, with a capacity of over 6,700 passengers, served by more than 2,000 crew members.
In 2023 we inaugurated the MSC Euribia equipped with the best and latest environmental technology and bestowed with a highly-innovative design.
In 2023 MSC Cruises entered the Luxury segment by launching its first of four Explora Journeys ships.
Recruitment Prospects
With three new mega-ships and four Luxury ships to be built and delivered between 2023 and 2027, the biggest and most important challenge for MSC Cruises is to find, recruit and train a high number of new crew members needed to provide the service, fun and safety that have become hallmarks of MSC Cruises.
This massive project is already well under way. The Human Resources Team is not only working to recruit the best talents but is also visiting our manning agencies and hiring partners around the world to ensure that the right people and facilities are in place to prepare this ‘army’ of new crew members for their life at sea.
We need motivated and ambitious crew members who work with passion and understand the value of a smile.
Join our team and see how much you can grow!
Chief Electrician Officer
Multiple locations
Full-time, Indefinite
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