Lead Hotel Engineer for Cruise Ship

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

V.Group is seeking an experienced 1st Engineer/Hotel Engineer for the Ultramarine cruise vessel. Embarkation is 02 October 2026, contract 3 months +/- 1 month. Requires STCW95, CoC A-III/2, and extensive hotel department shipboard experience. Proficiency in English and AMOS/Microsoft Office is expected.

The role involves supervising hotel systems, coordinating with Engine and Hotel departments, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance onboard.

Qualifications

• Valid STCW95 certification.
• Valid CoC A-III/2.
• Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
• Extensive experience on cruise vessels as Hotel Engineer or in a similar role; preferably with Wartsila engines.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and manuals.
• Alaska experience is a plus.
• Public Health, Coast Guard and Port State Control experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, operation and repair of hotel systems outside the Engine Room.
• Ensure stock of spare parts is on hand for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Familiarity with lifesaving, fire-fighting and pollution prevention equipment.
• Collaborate with Safety Officer and Staff Engineer on maintenance priorities.
• Lead subordinates and report to Chief Engineer/Hotel Director.

Skills

Hotel Engineer experience

Reading technical drawings

Alaska experience

Public Health training

Port State Control experience

English fluency

Education

STCW95 certification

CoC A-III/2

Appropriate regulations certifications

Tools

AMOS

Microsoft Office

Job description

V.Group is seeking an experienced 1st Engineer/Hotel Engineer for the Ultramarine cruise vessel. Embarkation is 02 October 2026, contract 3 months +/- 1 month. Requires STCW95, CoC A-III/2, and extensive hotel department shipboard experience. Proficiency in English and AMOS/Microsoft Office is expected.

The role involves supervising hotel systems, coordinating with Engine and Hotel departments, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance onboard.