Assistant Electrician for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

V.Group is seeking an Assistant Electrician to join Orient Express Corinthian on a contract basis for six months. The role covers electrical system maintenance across passenger, crew, and catering areas, reporting to the Chief Electrician (ETO) with duties in the Engine department.

Embarkation is ASAP, with a 6 months ±1 month term. The ideal candidate has cruise ship fitter experience, STCW certificates, fluent English, and references.

Qualifications

• Experience as a fitter on board cruise ships.
• All valid STCW certificates.
• Good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, repair and operation of electrical systems across passenger, crew and catering areas.
• Own assigned shipboard zones and perform daily inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to electrical faults during on-call rotations and provide timely troubleshooting.
• Maintain workshops and inventory; report replenishments to Chief Electrician.
• Adhere to safety protocols, Lock-out/Tag-out and Permit to Work.

Skills

Fitter on board cruise ships

Good command of English

Job description

Assistant Electrician for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

Department: Deck

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Electrician to join the luxury cruise vessel Orient Express Corinthian

• Embarkation: ASAP
• Contract: 6 months ±1 month

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Fitter on board cruise ships
• All valid STCW certificates
• Good command of English
• Valid references and/or recommendations from previous employers

Department: Engine

Job Title: Assistant Electrician

Reporting to: Chief Electrician (Operationally to the Electro-Technical Officer - ETO)

Qualification: As per applicable requirements of:

• IMO STCW Convention (as amended)
• Company certification and training requirements per form C601d

Experience: As per Company Recruitment & Promotion Experience Requirements

Description and Main Purpose of Job: The Assistant Electrician is a specialized day-work rating responsible for the maintenance, repair, and continuous operation of electrical systems across passenger, crew, and catering areas. Operating under the Chief Electrician, the role ensures guest comfort and equipment reliability by managing assigned vessel zones, providing rapid emergency response through a dedicated night on-call rotation, and performing any additional general technical duties as reasonably required.

Key Responsibilities

• Zone Ownership & Maintenance: Take dedicated ownership of assigned shipboard zones (specifically dividing accommodation, galleys, pantries, and public spaces with the second Assistant Electrician) to perform daily inspections, corrective and preventative maintenance on LV systems.
• On-Call & Emergency Response: Participate in a shared night on-call rotation, remaining constantly reachable via shipboard communication devices to provide immediate, courteous troubleshooting for passenger cabin electrical faults and critical hotel/catering equipment failures.
• Galley & Hotel Equipment Support: Provide primary electrical troubleshooting and repair services for all catering machinery, laundry equipment, and domestic appliances, ensuring prompt resolution of defects to minimize disruption to the Hotel Department.
• Housekeeping & Inventory: Maintain electrical workshops and tool lockers in a clean, highly organized, and sea-fast condition. Monitor stock levels of common electrical consumables and promptly report replenishment needs to the Chief Electrician.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to electrical safety protocols, Lock-out/Tag-out isolation procedures, and Permit to Work requirements, while ensuring personal compliance with work and rest hour regulations.
• Health, Safety and Environment Duties and Responsibilities: All employees have a duty under Company Policies and VMS requirements to: Participate in shipboard emergency duties and drills in accordance with the vessel's muster list and emergency procedures. Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and for that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Cooperate with management on health and safety matters. Use correctly all work items provided by the Company, including personal protective equipment, in accordance with training and instructions. Not interfere with or misuse anything provided for health, safety, or welfare. Abide by environmental protection rules and regulations and actively participate in the reduction, reuse, and recycling schemes in place. All employees shall participate actively in all HSEQ activities and promote safe practices as part of an integrated management approach.