Maritime HVAC Director & Shipboard Projects Lead

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is seeking a senior leader to head in-house Riding Teams, supporting technical projects and maintenance aboard vessels.

You will oversee planning, training, deployment, and oversight of multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with shipboard and shoreside technical groups and drydock projects. You will drive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage lifecycle costs for onboard operations while mentoring new team members and aligning with fleet

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Technical/HVAC operations within the maritime or cruise industry.
• Strong understanding of shipboard systems, technical maintenance, and repair practices.
• Prior sailing experience or shipboard supervision experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Technical Superintendents to develop scopes of work for riding team projects.
• Plan and execute deployment and scheduling of riding teams in line with itineraries and timelines.
• Ensure teams are trained, equipped, and certified for their areas of responsibility.
• Maintain and manage toolboxes and specialized equipment for riding team operations.
• Supervise work execution remotely or onboard, ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor progress and report to the Sr. Director of Technical Services and Fleet Directors.

Skills

Shipboard maintenance planning

Project coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering/Naval Architecture

Tools

AMOS

Microsoft Office

Project

Outlook

Job description

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is seeking a senior leader to head in-house Riding Teams, supporting technical projects and maintenance aboard vessels.

You will oversee planning, training, deployment, and oversight of multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with shipboard and shoreside technical groups and drydock projects. You will drive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage lifecycle costs for onboard operations while mentoring new team members and aligning with fleet