Lead Engineer - Diesel Generator - Riding Team AIDA - onboard

Carnival Corporation & plc; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work 3 days/week

30 vacation days

Remote up to 10 days across Europe

Cruise discounts

Job summary

Carnival Maritime, part of Carnival Corporation, Hamburg, seeks an experienced engineer to lead a maintenance team and oversee diesel generator operations onboard. The role requires a background in marine engineering, STCW certificates, and at least 2 years sea service with management exposure.

You will coordinate upkeep, parts requisitions, and safety compliance while communicating with onboard and ashore leadership. Hybrid work options and international collaboration are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master or degreed Engineer of technical engineering or equivalent.
• All relevant STCW certificates for onboard personnel.
• Minimum of 2 years of sea service as watch engineer, including 12 months in a management position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 4 to 6 members.
• Plan workload among team members to ensure timely completion.
• Provide guidance and oversee the work results of subordinates.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of Diesel Generator units.
• Calculate and schedule the necessary scope of work and materials.
• Conduct inventory checks and assist in requisitions for spare parts, consumables, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure effective onboard and onshore communication regarding task fulfillment.
• Report and document completed services to onboard superiors, Head of Riding Team and DG Superintendent ashore.
• Enforce HESS regulations, including fire safety, within the workplace and among supervised personnel.
• Emphasize cleanliness and smooth workflow during operation and downtime.

Skills

Team leadership

Diesel generators

Communication

Organization

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor/Master in Engineering

Job description

Introduction

Carnival Maritime: Where maritime excellence thrives!

We are a proud member of Carnival Corporation, responsible for the maritime operations of AIDA Cruises and Costa Crociere.

Founded in 2015, Carnival Maritime is dedicated to enhancing communication between ship and shore. We are committed to strengthening collaboration and cross-functional coordination with our brands.

Our Hamburg-based team comprises a diverse group of professionals with expertise in Marine and Technical operations, HESS, and Technical Procurement.

Our employees create an open, rich, and vibrant working environment through their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

As part of Carnival Corporation, we honour the integrity of every ocean we sail, embedding this commitment in everything we do. Anchored in safety, efficiency, and innovation, we empower our brands to meet the highest standards and deliver unforgettable journeys.

Your Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead and manage a team of 4 to 6 members
• Plan and allocate workload among team members to ensure timely completion
• Provide guidance and oversee the work results of subordinates

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of Diesel Generator units
• Calculate and schedule the necessary scope of work and materials

Inventory and Requisition:

• Conduct inventory checks and assist in requisitions for spare parts, consumables, tools, and equipment

Communication and Reporting:

• Ensure effective onboard and onshore communication regarding task fulfillment
• Report and document completed services to onboard superiors, Head of Riding Team and DG Superintendentashore

Safety and Workflow:

• Enforce HESS regulations, including fire safety, within the assigned workplace and among supervised personnel.
• Emphasize cleanliness and smooth workflow during both operation and downtime.

Your Profile

Education: Bachelor, Master or degreed Engineer of technical engineering or equivalent

Licenses and certificates: All the relevant STCW certificates for onboard personnel

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of sea service as watch engineer, thereof 12 months in a management level position (2nd Engineer or higher) or higher experience in (industrial) repair and maintenance works with Diesel Generator Engine.

Skills: Proven experience in managing maintenance teams. Strong knowledge of Diesel Generator units. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to enforce safety regulations and maintain a clean work environment.

Qualities: Team player, high degree of service and result orientation, as well as readiness to travel.
Ability to demonstrate and apply skills under pressure. Openness and willingness to share knowledge with colleagues and able to provide comprehensible and comprehensive instructions and training.

Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English is essential for effectively interacting with colleagues onboard and in the office.

We Offer

• Flexible working hours & the possibility to work from home for up to three days per week, providing a healthy work-life balance and increased convenience
• 30 vacation days per year
• The flexibility of working remotely for up to 10 days a year across Europe
• The opportunity to work with international experts from more than 50 nationalities in a dynamic and vibrant team, fostering a working environment that promotes Speaking Up, Respecting and Protecting, Improving, Communicating, Listening, Learning, and Empowerment
• Cruises at exclusive discounted prices forall employees, and additionally their family & friends(as from 6 months seniority)
• Exclusive employee benefits and access to corporate perks and offers
• Employers’ contribution toProfiTicketfor local transport
• Diverse learning and development possibilities, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skills in our organization
• Participation in the company pension scheme(starting in your third-year seniority)
• Free use of the pool bicycles for leisurely strolls during your lunch break or weekends
• BusinessBike company leasing program & Egym Wellpass
• Modern headquarters located in the heart of the HafenCity, an innovative urban district that embraces its proximity to the Elbe River