Instructor – Advanced Maritime Nautical Training

Carnival Corporation & plc; Almere; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnival Corporation & plc’s CSMART in Almere seeks an experienced maritime professional to join the Nautical Department as Instructor, Advanced Maritime Nautical Training. The role focuses on developing shipboard officers through classroom, simulator-based and practical training, contributing to the Officer Career Pathway.

You will deliver training programs, coach participants, assess performance and stay current with regulations and Carnival procedures.

Qualifications

• Significant operational experience as nautical officer in cruise/maritime environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Experience as Captain/Master, Pilot, Staff Captain or Chief Officer is desirable.
• Experience in teaching, facilitation, assessment or simulator instruction is beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and facilitate nautical training programs, workshops and simulator exercises.
• Conduct classroom, simulator-based and practical training activities.
• Support participant development through coaching, mentoring, feedback and assessment activities.
• Assess participant performance and provide objective feedback and structured debriefings.
• Contribute to course review, development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain technical and instructional competence through professional development and shipboard familiarisation.
• Stay current with maritime regulations, operational best practices, emerging technologies and Carnival procedures.
• Act as a role model by promoting Carnival Corporation Core Values and fostering a culture of safety, integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support training delivery in classrooms, simulators, dedicated training facilities, outdoor environments and specialised training rigs where required.

Skills

Maritime operations

Training delivery

Communication skills

Multicultural teamwork

Growth mindset

Independent work

Fluent English

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

CSMART is looking for an experienced maritime professional to join our Nautical Department as an Instructor, Advanced Maritime Nautical Training.

This role is ideal for an experienced nautical officer who combines strong operational expertise with a passion for developing others. As part of the CSMART team, you will support the professional development of shipboard officers across Carnival Corporation operating lines through classroom, simulator-based, practical and experiential training.

You will contribute to the delivery of our Officer Career Pathway (OCP) programs and broader Nautical training portfolio, helping officers develop the technical knowledge, operational competence and professional behaviours required for safe and effective shipboard

Key responsibilities

• Deliver and facilitate nautical training programs, workshops and simulator exercises.
• Conduct classroom, simulator-based and practical training activities.
• Support participant development through coaching, mentoring, feedback and assessment activities.
• Assess participant performance and provide objective feedback and structured debriefings.
• Contribute to course review, development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain technical and instructional competence through professional development and shipboard familiarisation.
• Stay current with maritime regulations, operational best practices, emerging technologies and Carnival procedures.
• Act as a role model by promoting Carnival Corporation Core Values and fostering a culture of safety, integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support training delivery in classrooms, simulators, dedicated training facilities, outdoor environments and specialised training rigs where required.

Requirements & Experience

• Significant operational experience in a nautical officer role within the cruise industry or a comparable maritime environment.
• Experience as Captain/Master, Pilot, Staff Captain, Chief Officer, Senior First Officer, Safety Officer or First Officer is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of navigation, bridge operations, ship handling and maritime safety practices.
• Experience operating in a complex, multicultural shipboard environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Experience on podded-propulsion vessels or advanced ship-handling experience is considered an advantage.
• Previous teaching, facilitation, assessment or simulator instructor experience is beneficial, but not essential.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledgeable about computers and network software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to effectively convey information.
• Ability to navigate complex social dynamics and work well in multicultural team environments.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and passion for developing others.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Open, engaged, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Selection Process

Applications are open until 15 September 2026. Following the closing date, all applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted regarding the outcome of their application. The selection process consists of:

• Two online interviews
• A conditional employment offer
• An on-site assessment at the CSMART facility in Almere, including a presentation and face-to-face interview
• Final employment offer and employment agreement

Selection activities will commence after 15 September 2026. CSMART offers successful candidates a competitive salary and benefits package. To learn more about our organization, visit www.csmartalmere.com.

To know more about our organization, have a look at our website: www.csmartalmere.com.