Engineer

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,638,000 - 2,549,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on board

Meals provided on board

Medical coverage

Career development

Job summary

Crew Life At Sea Ltd. is seeking an experienced Marine Engineer to oversee propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary systems on a cruise vessel.

You will work within a multidisciplinary onboard engineering team to keep mechanical and electrical systems safe, reliable, and compliant with international regulations. The role requires leadership to supervise junior staff, thorough troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety in a dynamic maritime setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Appropriate maritime engineering license or certificate (e.g., 2nd Engineer Unlimited License)
• Valid STCW certificates
• 35 years of relevant marine or shipboard engineering experience, cruise ship experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of shipboard systems including propulsion, electrical, HVAC, and safety systems
• Familiarity with SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code regulations
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Leadership and supervisory experience for junior engineering staff
• Effective English communication and collaboration in multicultural environments
• Commitment to safety, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain propulsion systems, generators, boilers, pumps, HVAC, and electrical systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Stand engine room watch, respond to alarms and monitor system performance
• Supervise and train junior engineers and engine room ratings
• Maintain logs, maintenance records, and incident reports
• Ensure safety, firefighting, and emergency systems are fully operational
• Ensure compliance with policies, manufacturer instructions, classification society rules, and international maritime regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)
• Assist in planning maintenance schedules, managing spare parts inventory, and preparing technical reports
• Collaborate with other departments to support ship operations
• Participate in emergency drills, outages, and drydock/refit activities

Job description

About the Opportunity:

Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Marine Engineers on behalf of a leading cruise line partner. This rewarding role provides oversight and operation of the ships propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary systems, ensuring the safe and efficient running of all mechanical and electrical equipment onboard. Working as part of the onboard engineering team, the Marine Engineer will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair technical systems, contribute to safety compliance, and support the smooth operation of the vessel in a multicultural, dynamic environment at sea.

All placements are made directly with the cruise line. Crew Life At Sea does not charge any recruitment or placement fees.

Role Responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the ships propulsion systems, generators, boilers, pumps, HVAC, and electrical systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Stand engine room watch, responding to alarms and monitoring system performance
• Supervise and train junior engineers and engine room ratings
• Maintain accurate logs, maintenance records, and incident reports
• Ensure all safety, firefighting, and emergency systems are fully operational
• Ensure compliance with company policies, manufacturer instructions, classification society rules, and international maritime regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)
• Assist in planning maintenance schedules, managing spare parts inventory, and preparing technical reports
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall ship operations
• Participate in emergency drills, outages, and drydock/refit activities

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive monthly salary paid in USD
• Accommodation and meals provided onboard
• Full medical coverage during your contract
• Professional development opportunities and career progression within the engineering department
• Work in an international, multicultural environment
• Complete onboarding, documentation, and travel assistance

Who Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Appropriate maritime engineering license or certificate (e.g., 2nd Engineer Unlimited License)
• Valid STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) certificates
• 35 years of relevant marine or shipboard engineering experience, cruise ship experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of shipboard systems, including propulsion, electrical, HVAC, and safety systems
• Familiarity with international maritime regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Leadership and supervisory experience for junior engineering staff
• Effective communication skills in English and ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment
• Commitment to safety, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure