Cruise Ship Hotel Engineering Lead

MSC Cruises; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Cruises is seeking a Hotel Engineering Superintendent to join our engine department and oversee daily operations, budgeting, and maintenance aboard our vessels. The role includes inspections, audits, and working with Classification Societies to ensure compliance and smooth project execution.

The incumbent will manage hotel systems, coordinate dry-dock planning, and drive cost-effective solutions while maintaining strong communication with Engine Officers and hotel teams across ships.

Qualifications

• Fluent English, oral and written.
• MS Office tools knowledge (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team.
• Strong ability to prioritise and work effectively under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensures maintenance is performed according to Company standards as well as environmental and health standards.
• Leads and manages maintenance teams establishing guidelines.
• Oversees the planning of all dry-dock works.
• Manages ships requests and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Advises company on Energy Saving efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintains daily contacts with Engine Officers on board.
• Assists vessels in solving technical issues related to onboard hotel systems.
• Works collaboratively with the Engine Superintendents.
• Manages all the planned and unplanned jobs of all hotel auxiliary plants.

Skills

Fluent English

Team leadership

Budgeting

MS Office

Prioritisation

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

MSC Cruises is seeking a Hotel Engineering Superintendent to join our engine department and oversee daily operations, budgeting, and maintenance aboard our vessels. The role includes inspections, audits, and working with Classification Societies to ensure compliance and smooth project execution.

The incumbent will manage hotel systems, coordinate dry-dock planning, and drive cost-effective solutions while maintaining strong communication with Engine Officers and hotel teams across ships.