2ND OFFICER

cclshipboardcareers; Marine (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnival Cruise Line in the United States seeks a qualified 2nd Officer to join our Deck team aboard our vessels. You will support bridge operations, oversee navigation, and uphold safety and regulatory compliance during voyages.

The role requires an IMO II/2 CH.MATE certificate, STCW credentials, and a maritime academy background. You will work at sea, interact with guests, and contribute to a secure, enjoyable voyage experience.

Qualifications

• IMO Certificate, Regulation II/2 (CH.MATE) is required.
• Valid STCW certificates for the position.
• Mandatory high school or maritime academy education.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Bridge Watch Keeper as required by BRMM procedures.
• Monitor voyage plan execution and correct nautical charts as needed.
• Maintain and test bridge instruments including GMDSS and communications gear.
• Ensure compliance with Safety & Environmental policies on board.
• Oversee stability calculations and ballast management.
• Collaborate with officers to keep ship certificates up to date.

Skills

Bridge watch experience

Navigation proficiency

GMDSS familiarity

Hull stability awareness

Education

High School or Maritime Academy

Tools

GMDSS equipment

NAPA stability software

Bridge instruments maintenance

Job description

Set sail with Carnival Cruise Line and help us bring the FUN to life aboard one of our fantastic vessels as a 2nd Officer.

The 2nd Officer (OOW) plays a vital role in our onboard navigation teams. As part of the Watch team, you will prioritize the safety of the voyage so our guests can have a great vacation experience in their home away from home!

Carnival Cruise Line is the most popular cruise brand in North America and operates a fleet of ships designed to foster exceptionally safe, fun, and memorable vacation experiences at an outstanding value. Our company is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our focus is on continuous improvement and collaboration. Our employees have a responsibility to be accountable for all actions. We consider the environment in all aspects of our business and have a responsibility to prioritize safety and sustainability. We live and share a positive attitude that is based on fostering an environment of inclusion, trust, a willingness to listen, openness, and integrity. Doing this helps us to achieve our ultimate goal, which is to include FUN in everything we do!

Set sail on a new career with Carnival and help us bring the FUN to life aboard one of our fantastic vessels! We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our Deck team. The 2nd Officer role will be a vital piece of our navigation team on board.

As part of the watch team, you will prioritize the safety of the voyage so our guests can have a great vacation experience in their home away from home! You’ll be working all around our vessel and on the ship's bridge to maintain the highest levels of safety. As with all of our team members, you’ll be a highly visible member of the team and will constantly interact with our guests and help them with questions. The vacation experience we promise our guests will start with you!

Job Functions

Bridge Watch Keeper as required by the BRMM Procedures

• Responsible to the Bridge manager for the execution and monitoring of the voyage plan according to the V.P. Procedures.
• Ensure all Nautical Charts and all Publications are corrected and updated as required under the supervision of the 1st officer/Bridge manager
• Maintenance and Tests for the Bridge instruments, Including GMDSS, Iridium, and other communications equipment. He/she is responsible for the familiarization and the Ship's Maneuver characteristics for the deck officer assigned to his watch. Update the Bridge defficiencies report under the supervision of the Bridge Manager.
• Ensures that the Company’s Safety & Environmental policies and procedures are duly applied and followed.
• In charge of the daily Ship’s Stability Calculation, including freshwater & ballast management control plan. (see Stability Procedures).
• Ensuring that the Deck Officer assigned to his watch is familiar with the use of the ship's stability calculation computer program (onboard NAPA).
• Responsible for tanks inspection, Maintenance & Record keeping (FW-BW-GW) as directed by the staff captain and by the 1st Officer/Bridge Manager
• Responsible for the upkeep of the ship’s certificates as directed by the Staff Captain.
• Responsible for the upkeep of the Deck and Engine officer’s Certifications, as directed by the Staff Captain.
• Assist the Safety Officer and the Training Officer in the conduct of crew Safety Drills, when needed.
• Assist the Safety Officer and the Training Officer with the Vessel Familiarization (PCS).
• Check and monitoring of the SMS for the Deck Department.
• As part of your safety responsibility, your Position/Rank has been identified as a "Trainer/Assessor" within the Training, Drill, and Assessment program.
• The above procedures apply to all the O.O.W. and shall be distributed accordingly by the MASTER.

Minimum Requirements

• To apply for this role, you must hold an IMO Certificate, Regulation IMO II/2 (CH.MATE)
• Valid STCW certificates, as required for the position
• mandatory High School or Maritime Academy
• Applicants must be +21 years old

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within a cruise ship environment is a plus
• 2nd Deck Officer experience or higher is a plus