Refrigeration Engineer

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. seeks an experienced shipboard HVAC technician responsible for the operation and maintenance of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation systems aboard our vessels.

The role requires 3–4 years of relevant experience, an EPA certificate, and fluency in English. You will monitor refrigerants, maintain engine room and galley ventilation, and support fire protection systems and dampers as part of a dynamic maritime team.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years relevant experience.
• United States EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Full knowledge and understanding of the Company SMS.
• Thorough knowledge of the vessel he/she is assigned to.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the HVAC plant, provisioning plant, and related refrigerated bar/galley equipment.
• Monitor refrigerant consumption and alert on irregularities.
• Maintain engine room and galley ventilation systems, including CO2/Halon fire extinguishing systems.
• Maintain and periodically test fire dampers and Gaylord systems.
• Carry out laundry lint duct cleaning.
• Prepare a handover report prior to leaving the vessel.
• All other duties as assigned.
• May assign and delegate some of the above duties to other officers from his team.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Refrigeration systems

English communication

Safety procedures

Education

EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate

Job description

Primary responsibility for the refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and systems.

Responsibility and Authority

• In charge of the operation and maintenance of the HVAC plant, the provisioning plant and related cold rooms, all refrigerated bar and galley equipment.
• Monitor the consumption of refrigerants closely and raise the alert if any irregular situations should occur.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the engine room and galley ventilation systems, including local and centralized CO²/Halon fire extinguishing systems.
• Responsible for the maintenance and periodic testing of fire dampers and Gaylord systems.
• Carry out laundry lint duct cleaning as described.
• Prepare a handover report prior leaving the vessel, as specified
• All other duties as assigned.
• May assign and delegate some of the above duties to other officers from his team.

Education And Experience

• 3-4 years relevant experience.
• United States EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Full knowledge and understanding of the Company SMS.
• Thorough knowledge of the vessel he/she is assigned to.

Leadership And Managerial Skills Including But Not Limited To

• Seamanship
• Decision Making
• Team Building
• Coaching and Counseling
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Budgeting
• Time Management
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Service

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.