1st Electrician for Marella Cruises
Department: Engine
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Shipboard
Description
We are currently seeking a First Electrical Engineer to join MARELLA Cruises.
Embarkation: 12/April/2026
Contract: 3 months on / 3 months off
Department: Engine
Reporting line: Chief Electrician
Direct reports: Electrical Engineer Officer
Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the requirements 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