Electro Technical Officer for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

Department: | Engine
Job Title: | Electro-Technical Officer
Reporting to: | Chief Electrician
Qualification: | As per applicable requirements of:
• IMO STCW Convention (as amended)
• Company certification and training requirements per form C601d
Experience: | As per Company Recruitment & Promotion Experience Requirements per form C601d

Embarkation : 01/Feb/2027
Contract : 2 months on/off

Description and Main Purpose of Job:
 
The Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) is a specialized electrical officer responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the vessel's electrical and electronic equipment. Operating under the direct supervision of the Chief Electrician, the ETO primarily focuses on machinery spaces, propulsion systems, and heavy technical areas. The role involves cooperating closely with the Assistant Electricians to ensure vessel-wide electrical reliability, while performing any additional general technical duties as reasonably required. 
 
 

Key Responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 
 Plan, carry out, and follow up on the maintenance, inspection, and monitoring of all assigned electrical systems—specifically focusing on machinery spaces, propulsion, bridge equipment, and heavy deck machinery—ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation in coordination with the Chief Electrician.  Perform regular inspections of machinery spaces, technical areas, and deck/bridge systems to verify the proper operation, condition, and cleanliness of equipment. Collaborate effectively with the Assistant Electricians, providing technical guidance or requesting assistance for complex troubleshooting when necessary, while maintaining a clear division of primary responsibilities (Engine/Deck/Bridge vs. Hotel/Galley zones). Manage electrical defect reporting and follow-up, including the identification, recording, prioritization, tracking, and closure of electrical defects for assigned equipment in Shipsure, under the supervision of the Chief Electrician. Ensure all maintenance activities, inspections, defects, and work orders are accurately recorded and followed up in Shipsure.   Ensure that all operations are carried out in compliance with VMS, MARPOL, SOLAS, and all applicable procedures and regulations. Ensure that all operations are carried out in compliance with safety, security, environmental, and quality requirements, including the correct use of PPE, risk assessments, toolbox talks, permits to work, isolation procedures, and pollution prevention measures. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness in all assigned areas, ensuring a safe and orderly working environment and the proper use, care, and storage of tools, equipment, and materials. Maintain spare parts control for assigned equipment, including stock monitoring, requisitions, consumption tracking, and preparation of orders when required. Conduct periodic physical inventories of spare parts and equipment as required by company procedures. Promote effective cooperation with the Staff Engineer and engine officers on electrical aspects of machinery and troubleshooting. Ensure compliance with work and rest hour requirements for self. Remain available to respond to operational requirements or emergencies outside normal working hours, as required. Maintain a professional appearance and conduct when working in or transiting through passenger areas, in accordance with Company standards. Prepare a comprehensive handover at the end of the contract, including system status, ongoing maintenance, outstanding defects, and spare parts. Perform any additional duties as may reasonably be required by the Master or Chief Engineer.
 
Health, Safety and Environment Duties and Responsibilities:
 
 All employees have a duty under Company Policies and VMS requirements to:  Participate in shipboard emergency duties and drills in accordance with the vessel’s muster list and emergency procedures. Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or do not do; Co-operate with your employer on health and safety matters; Correctly use work items provided by your employer, including personal protective equipment, in accordance with training or instructions; and Not to interfere with or misuse anything provided for your health and safety or welfare Abide by the Environmental Protection rules and regulations and to actively participate in REDUCING, REUSING and RECYCLING schemes in place All employees shall participate actively in ALL HSEQ activities and promote safe practices as an integrated management approach to business. 

About Orient Express

For the past 140 years, Orient Express has been sublimating the Art of Travel with luxury trains, unique experiences and collections of rare objects. And soon the heritage of this legendary train will be transported to a collection of hotels and sailing yachts around the world. Introducing a new art de vivre, a different kind of journey that promises unforgettable moments along the way and the same destination since the beginning: to make dreams come true.