First Electrician for Marella Cruises

We are looking for First Electrical Engineer for MARELLA Cruises
Embarkation: 19/Nov/2025
Contract 3 months on / 3 months off
Reporting line: Chief Electrician
Direct reports: Electrical Engineer Officer
Department: Engine
Qualifications: as per C601D (Marella Cruises) Training & Certification Matrix

Key Responsibilities

In addition to those normal duties as outlined in the V.Ships VMS, the First Electrical Officer is responsible for:

· Performing maintenance, repair and manage spares for various electrical equipment, including machinery, system, measuring equipment, and auxiliary engines

· Utalise ShipSure for equipment maintenance (PMS) and spared ordering (procurement)

· Maintaining the working area clean, safe, and handling tools and equipment with care

· Participating in emergency drills and responding to actual emergencies as per the Muster List

· Adhering to all safety regulations and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during work activities

· Adhering to and complying with all company policies and procedures, manuals and directives

· Performing duties and tasks according to above but not limited to that.

Additional responsibilities:

· Attend passenger social events as directed by the Head of Department.

· Partake in inspections, trainings and meetings as directed by the Head of Department.

· Ensure any direct reports are line managed effectively in accordance with Marella and V.Ships Leisure appraisal policies

· Ensure accessibility to direct reports and support individual’s needs, sourcing advice and reporting matters of a personal nature confidentially to the Head of Department where necessary.

· Other shipboard tasks pertaining to departmental operations as directed by Head of Department.

· Attending trainings and office visits arranged by V.Ships Leisure where possible

About Marella Cruises

With almost 30 years of sailing experience under our belts, Marella Cruises are well-established as the UK’s third biggest cruise line. They sail to over 100 destinations around the world, including Bridgetown, Corsica, and Santorini. Every year, Marella Cruises take over 300,000 customers away across the shining seas.

As the world’s only vertically integrated cruise line, they combine their cruising expertise with all the experience of TUI. This means their customers can trust us to be with them every step of the way. Onboard, they offer All Inclusive sailings as standard. This includes everything from flights, luggage, transfers, meals, drinks, tips and service charges. Plus their guests are guaranteed a friendly welcome. They remember their name as well as their favourite drink. Plus, they pride ourselves on featuring fewer days at sea.