Electrician

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 765,000 - 1,129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboard accommodation

Meals provided

Medical coverage during contract

Maritime electrical training

Onboarding and travel support

Multicultural team environment

Job summary

Crew Life At Sea is recruiting Electricians for international placement onboard a cruise line. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing electrical systems across accommodation and engine areas, within the electro-technical department.

This hands-on maritime position offers rigorous safety standards and growth through onboard training. Selected candidates work directly for the cruise line, with support during onboarding and travel arrangements, and will operate in a multicultural team

Qualifications

• Recognized professional electrical qualification.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on maintenance capabilities.
• Familiarity with shipboard electrical systems (generators, switchboards, fire alarms, elevators, galley and laundry machinery, watertight doors, etc.).
• Experience with elevator maintenance is a plus.
• B1-level English proficiency or higher.
• Compliant with maritime health, safety, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all shipboard electrical systems and components.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment in accommodation and engine areas.
• Maintain power distribution, control, and drive systems.
• Inspect mobile electrical equipment and lighting fixtures.
• Service and repair galley, laundry, and hotel electrical equipment.
• Maintain and repair elevator systems.
• Perform standby duties as needed within the electro-technical team.
• Support emergency repairs and security duties as directed by the Chief Engineer.
• Follow safety, environmental, and ISM procedures onboard.
• Perform tasks from the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and report outcomes.
• Track and report stock levels of electrical supplies and assist in inventory counts.

Education

STCW III/7 (ETR) certificate or ability to obtain Italian Endorsement

Job description

Position: Electrician
Location: International placement onboard a cruise line

Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Electricians on behalf of one of our cruise line partners. This technical role is responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical systems throughout the accommodation and engine areas of the vessel.

Working in the Electro-Technical department, this position offers a hands-on opportunity in a dynamic maritime environment. All candidates placed through Crew Life At Sea are hired directly by the cruise line and are never charged recruitment or placement fees.

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair all shipboard electrical systems and components
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment in accommodation and engine areas
• Maintain power distribution, control, and drive systems
• Inspect mobile electrical equipment and lighting fixtures
• Service and repair galley, laundry, and hotel electrical equipment
• Maintain and repair elevator systems
• Perform standby duties as needed within the electro-technical team
• Support emergency repairs and security duties as directed by the Chief Engineer
• Follow safety, environmental, and ISM procedures onboard
• Perform tasks from the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and report outcomes
• Track and report stock levels of electrical supplies and assist in inventory counts

What You Can Expect:

• Monthly salary paid in USD
• Onboard accommodation and meals provided
• Medical coverage during the full length of contract
• Work in a multicultural team environment
• Training and development in maritime electrical systems
• Full support during onboarding and travel arrangements

Who We're Looking For:

• Recognized professional electrical qualification
• STCW III/7 (ETR) certificate or ability to obtain Italian Endorsement
• Previous experience in electrical maintenance and installations
• Familiarity with shipboard electrical systems (generators, switchboards, fire alarms, elevators, galley and laundry machinery, watertight doors, etc.)
• Experience with elevator maintenance is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on maintenance capabilities
• B1-level English proficiency or higher
• Compliant with maritime health, safety, and environmental standards

Important to Know:

Selected candidates will be guided through the cruise lines onboarding and documentation process. Crew Life At Sea does not collect any fees from applicants.