Assistant Electrician

Crew Life at Sea; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A cruise line recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Electrician for international placement onboard a cruise ship. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems and supporting various technical operations. Candidates should have a professional electrical qualification and be proactive in their work approach. This position offers attractive benefits including a monthly salary in USD, free accommodation and meals onboard, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Monthly salary paid in USD

Free accommodation and meals onboard

Full onboard medical coverage

Ongoing training opportunities

Global work environment

Full support through onboarding

Qualifications

• Completed professional electrical qualification.
• Experience with electrical maintenance and installations.
• Knowledge of LV distribution systems and troubleshooting electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on low-voltage power distribution systems.
• Inspect and replace lamps and light fixtures.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of elevators and public area systems.
• Maintain compliance with safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Knowledge of LV distribution systems

Proactive work ethic

Fluent English (B1 level)

Education

Professional electrical qualification

Job description

Position: Assistant Electrician
Location: International placement onboard a cruise line

Crew Life At Sea is recruiting Assistant Electricians on behalf of one of our cruise line partners. This hands-on role supports the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems across the ships hotel and engine areas.

This opportunity allows candidates to gain valuable international work experience in a fast-paced technical environment. All placements through Crew Life At Sea are direct hires -no recruitment or placement fees are charged to applicants.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic equipment in hotel and engine areas

• Perform routine maintenance on low-voltage (LV) power distribution systems

• Inspect and replace lamps, light fixtures, and related hardware

• Assist in the maintenance and repair of elevators and public area systems

• Maintain and report electrical stock and support inventory counts

• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality procedures (ISM, HESS, etc.)

• Participate in planned maintenance system (PMS) tasks and report outcomes to superiors

• Keep electrical workspaces and equipment organized and clean

• Actively contribute to shipboard health and safety culture and procedures
  

What You Can Expect:

• Monthly salary paid in USD

• Free accommodation and meals onboard

• Full onboard medical coverage during contract period

• Ongoing training opportunities within the Electro-Technical department

• Global work environment with potential for career advancement

• Full support through onboarding, travel, and documentation process

Who We're Looking For:

• Completed professional electrical qualification

• Experience with electrical maintenance and installations

• Knowledge of LV distribution systems and troubleshooting electrical systems

• Proactive work ethic and ability to work under minimal supervision

• English fluency (B1 level or higher required)

• Ability to comply with maritime safety, environmental, and quality standards

Important to Know:

Selected candidates will be guided through cruise line onboarding and compliance requirements. Crew Life At Sea never charges applicants any fees during the hiring or placement process.