Staff Chief Engineer

Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard); Southampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnival UK, the operating company for P&O Cruises and Cunard, is seeking a Staff Chief Engineer Officer to lead the technical department on board, directing watchkeeping and maintenance to ensure safe, compliant operations. The role combines hands-on engineering leadership with strategic asset management and liaison with shore teams.

You will oversee SOLAS equipment testing, maintain records, and drive continuous improvement while supporting a culture of inclusion and development across the

Qualifications

• CoC for Motorships (Chief Engineer Unlimited)
• STCW High Voltage Management training certificate
• Cruise ship experience desirable but not essential
• Strong technical background and leadership skills
• Natural communicator with willingness to develop leadership

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the technical department and engineering team, including watchkeeping
• Ensure engine room plant and machinery are tested and maintained to meet regulations
• Oversee testing of SOLAS equipment and maintain maintenance records
• Liaise with shore teams and develop the ship’s asset management plan
• Attend corporate social events and contribute to a flexible, inclusive culture

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Hands-on

Self-motivated

Education

Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC (Motorships)

STCW High Voltage Management training

Job description

Carnival UK is the operating company for P&O Cruises & Cunard. We provide world class cruise holidays and take enormous pride from bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s rich seafaring heritage. That legacy of elegance and style, of beautiful ships, inspiring leadership and guest-obsessed service excellence lives on today, as we evolve ourselves for tomorrow.

Working at Carnival UK/P&O Cruises/Cunard means being part of a tight-knit but truly global team made up of friendly, happy, caring people. Parts of our business are incredibly diverse, but we work hard every day to promote even greater inclusion, fresh ideas and different perspectives. Whatever our role or background, we share high standards, heartfelt values and a sense of belonging. We’re focused on wellbeing every day, as well as being supportive and compassionate when we need it most.

As a growing business we have a big focus on developing skills and continuous learning. From formal qualification to the life lessons of worldwide travel, we offer our people a broad range of personal and professional development opportunities. All of our roles give people the chance to stretch themselves and learn from colleagues with a wealth of experience. As our business grows, we want our people to grow too. So we’re determined to create opportunities for everyone to drive their development and define their own career path.

Join us as Staff Chief Engineer Officer and you’ll understand that working at sea is more than just a job: It’s a way of life. As deputy to the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the technical department and leading the engineering team, including the watchkeeping teams. It will be your job to make sure that all engine room plant and machinery is thoroughly tested and maintained so that they’re always performing well, and that all maintenance work complies with relevant regulations. As Staff Chief Engineer, you’ll also oversee the testing of SOLAS equipment, keep maintenance records, liaise with shore teams, develop the ship’s asset management plan, and attend corporate social events. Meanwhile, you’ll visit different places, explore new worlds and gain experiences that stay with you for a lifetime.

To apply for Staff Chief Engineer Officer you will need:

• Chief Engineer Unlimited Certificate of Competency (CoC), for Motorships (with no limitations)
• STCW High Voltage Management training certificate.
• Experience on board a cruise ship would be desirable, but not essential. We believe in hiring people with the right attitudes and strengths over their competencies.

In addition to a strong technical background and leadership skills, you will love problem solving, fixing things and being hands on. You will be self-motivated and dependable, and always keen to take on more work and help others. You will be a natural communicator, often asking questions and sharing knowledge, and able to easily adapt your style to suit the situation. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

As well as practical skills we will help you to develop your leadership skills, supervising junior officers, cadets and technicians.

If you love problem solving and are a natural communicator with the determination to develop your career with a world-leading cruise company, join us on our journey.

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

At Carnival UK, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.