Cruise Ship 3rd Engineer — Engine Room Lead (4-Month Contract)

vgroup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Marella Cruises seeks an experienced 3rd Engineer to join the Marella Discovery 2. Embarkation on 15 Nov 2026 for a 4‑month ±1 contract. Applicants must hold STCW certificates and CoC A-III/1, with extensive experience on passenger ships.

The role covers safe engine room watch, main/auxiliary engine operations, and maintenance leadership. Fluency in English and AMOS knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid STCW95 certification and CoC A-III/1 required.
• Extensive shipboard experience on passenger vessels preferred.
• Proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe engine room watch during sea, port and anchor.
• Ensure safe, efficient operation of main and auxiliary engines.
• Lead safe machinery operations and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Oversee repairs and maintenance inside/outside engine room per policies.
• Coordinate with technical parties and departments.

Skills

STCW certificates

English communication

Leadership

Technical reading

Team coordination

Education

STCW95 certification

CoC A-III/1

Regulatory certifications

Tools

AMOS

Reading technical drawings

Job description

Marella Cruises seeks an experienced 3rd Engineer to join the Marella Discovery 2. Embarkation on 15 Nov 2026 for a 4‑month ±1 contract. Applicants must hold STCW certificates and CoC A-III/1, with extensive experience on passenger ships.

The role covers safe engine room watch, main/auxiliary engine operations, and maintenance leadership. Fluency in English and AMOS knowledge are essential.