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Cruise ship jobs Week 48/2025

55m Motor Yacht. 2nd Engineer with 2nds Unlimited

Rotation 8 weeks on/off. Currently in the yard until next year.
€ 6000 x 13. (78000 for 6 months work)
Join Mid December handover with current 2nd Engineer to be familiar with the boat. Salary: EUR 6000 with 13 month bonus + tips. Rotation: 8 weeks on/off. License: Due to the scope of the work we are ideally looking for a Seconds Unlimited. Yacht Experience: Not required but would be very beneficial. Awesome opportunity to get a good rotation in this industry. email joe@wizzwazz.com

66° Expeditions is Expanding its Fleet!

Job Vacancy: Chief Engineer – 66° Expeditions

Location: Worldwide (including High Arctic, Svalbard & Antarctica)
Contract: Rotational 3:3
Reports To: Captain & Technical Superintendent
Start Date: As agreed

About the Role
To support the growth of the 66° Expeditions fleet, we are recruiting a highly skilled Chief Engineer. This role oversees the technical operation of a modern expedition cruise vessel, ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance across all engineering systems.

Key Responsibilities
Full responsibility for technical operations and the Engine Department
Ensuring safe and efficient operation of propulsion, power generation, and hotel systems
Compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, Class, and Flag regulations
Overseeing maintenance systems, repairs, and engineering staffing
Environmental compliance including emissions, waste, and water systems
Supporting expedition-specific technical needs and operations

Requirements
Chief Engineer (Unlimited) CoC with valid STCW endorsements
Strong background on expedition & passenger vessels
Excellent technical leadership, planning, and troubleshooting skills
Strong documentation and reporting abilities
Fluent in English

We are offering
·     3 months on / off
·     12 month medical Insurance
·     Competitive wages DOE
·     Family Travel

Contact: career@66expeditions.com

Urgent Opening: 1st Officer Safety

Joining Date: 09 December 2025
Sailing Areas: Antarctica & Arctic


We are urgently seeking an experienced 1st Officer Safety to join our team.

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

✓ A-II/1
✓ Valid Polar Basic Certificate (mandatory)
✓ Previous experience in rank as 1st Officer – Safety
✓ Previous expedition – cruise ship experience
✓ Proven sailing experience in polar regions (Antarctica and Arctic)

Availability to join on in short notice: 09.12.2025

If you meet the criteria and are ready for your next challenge in extreme sailing environments, we want to hear from you!

Send your CV directly to career@oceanadvice.jobs

66° Expeditions is Expanding its Fleet!

Job Vacancy: Staff Captain

Location: Worldwide (including High Arctic, Svalbard & Antarctica)
Contract: Rotational 3:3
Reports To: Captain
Start Date: As agreed

About the Role
Due to the ongoing expansion of the 66° Expeditions fleet, we are seeking a skilled Staff Captain to support safe vessel operations, safety management, and deck department leadership. This is a senior role critical to maintaining operational readiness in challenging expedition environments.

Key Responsibilities
Deputy to the Captain
Oversight of deck operations, maintenance, and team management
Responsible for safety drills, SMS compliance, inspections, and training
Supervising voyage planning, navigation standards, and bridge operations
Supporting all expedition activities: Zodiac operations, landings, coastal navigation
Ensuring environmental compliance and safe operational procedures

Requirements
Chief Mate / Master (Unlimited) CoC
Significant experience on passenger or expedition vessels
Svalbard PEC – Required
Polar and ice navigation experience
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency in English

We are offering
·     3 months on / off
·     12 month medical Insurance
·     Competitive wages DOE
·     Family Travel
 
Contact: career@66expeditions.com

We have urgent requirement’s for 2ETOs who have an unlimited ETO coc license to join a large cruise ship company, Previous cruise ship experience is essential , However we will consider those who have sailed on VLCC. LNG and LPG’s. We can only consider those who have sailed as 2ETO for a period of 12 months or more. They are offering 10/10 rotations. If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to james@exciterecruitment.com

We have urgent requirement’s for 2EOF’s who have an unlimited Class 2 license to join a large cruise ship company, Previous cruise ship experince is essential , We can only consider those who have sailed as 2EOF for a period of 12 months or more. They are offering 10/10 rotations. If you are interested and meet the above criteria please send your CV to james@exciterecruitment.com

NEW Spa Manager Opportunity🛥️

Joining Date: January 10th

We are currently recruiting for a Spa Manager to join a luxury vessel

Contract Terms & Benefits:
Monthly total salary (incl. leave pay): USD $2,350
Commission on spa treatments & retail products
Seniority bonus: $50 per contract from the 2nd contract (up to $500 max)
3% pension contribution after the probationary period
Uniform allowance: $75/month (business-style attire)
Rotation: 4:2 (first contract slightly longer due to training/overlap)
 
⭐ Average Monthly Earnings:
Year-to-date earnings average $5,730 per month, including salary, commissions, and tips (excluding seniority bonus).

PLEASE NOTE CRUISE SHIP/YACHTING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!!

CVs to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

We are looking for a Doctor to join a small traditional cruise line on a temp contract , Joining date 15th of December until the 8th of February, We are looking for someone who has previous cruise ship experince, You must have the following certification to be considered.
Doctor Medical License, PALS, ALS, Hepatitis B Vaccination, Crisis Management and Human behaviour, Criminal Record Check, Basic safety training, Yellow Fever and hold an STCW Seafarer Medical , If interested, please send your cv to james@exciterecruitment.com

I am urgently seeking an experienced Stewardess (minimum 1.5 years) holding a B1/B2 visa to join a 55m+ vessel.

If you’re interested, please email me at Interior@crewandconcierge.com

I am currently looking to assist a long term client of mine who are on the lookout for a Technical Superintendent in Cyprus to look after Cruise Vessels 🚢

You will be responsible for one cruise vessel to start with but as the fleet grows you will gain more ships! ⚓

The requirements for the role are:

✅ Sailing experience on Cruise Vessels as a Chief Engineer
✅ Experience as a Technical Superintendent looking after Cruise/Passenger ships
✅ Hold a valid Chief Engineers License – COC1 
✅ Fluency in English – both written and verbal 
✅ Ability and desire to relocate to Cyprus

Check out the role below and apply now!!

📧 tom.haslam@consortiorg.com
☎️ +44 (0) 2380981394

Rotational Chief Engineer (Y4) – 45m+ M/Y Charter – Start date 16th of December.

Equal Rotation 10:10 with a salary starting from 7000 USD (negotiable).

Recruitment is beginning now as the yacht is looking for the right personality to join the existing established team.

Prior experience as Chief on similar sized vessels or a strong 2nd looking for their first Chiefs role, along with charter experience will be considered. Joining the yacht in Greece you will receive a full handover with your back to back.

Ideally looking for a team player, who likes to assist where needed during busy charters, and has a good sense of humour.

Qualifications: Minimum Y4, or EOOW, STCW, ENG1 – 2 years+ experience in this industry, working on similar size vessels ideally with Charter experience.

There are several details to discuss, so if you are available and keen – please email chris@seadainerecruitment.com

Adora Curises has started recruitment activities for New Lady launched in Dec 2026!

One of the position in the urgent is Sous Chef for Italy Cusine, please send CV to jobatsea@adoracruises.com.

Looking for a Chief Engineer

50 m private yacht
Salary: DOE, starting from €8,000+
Permanent position (rotational possible)
Please send your CV to: contact@ypojrecruitment.com
Or via WhatsApp: +380 66 240 5819

55m MY. New Build 2025. AEC 1 + 2 2nd engineer. € 6000 a month. Full time. 60 days leave start in the next 2 weeks. Please email info@joecrew.co

We have an urgent Spa Stewardess position on an 80m + Private Motor Yacht in Fort Lauderdale.

The ideal candidate will have a B1/B2 visa due to the location and available to start immediately.

Candidates must have experience on 70m + vessels and be capable of performing deep tissue massages.

For further information please send your updated CV to
Olivia Court
Olivia@wilsonhalligan.com

Seven Seas Recruitment is currently recruiting for the following position:

・Title: DECK/VIDEOGRAPHER for a 60m+ charter yacht.
・Employment Type: Rotational (3:1).
・Salary: Fantastic salary on offer TBC with Captain.
・Location: Caribbean.

Vessel Details:

・A dual-season, newly built 60m+ charter yacht currently in the Caribbean is seeking a Rotational Deckhand (3:1) with strong videography skills, available to join ASAP.
・The yacht boasts a fantastic multinational crew and an exciting itinerary planned for the remainder of the 2024/2025 Mediterranean and Caribbean seasons.

Role Overview:

・The ideal candidate will have at least two full seasons of yachting experience in a similar role on a vessel of comparable size. You must be confident and competent within the deck department and fully familiar with the day-to-day deck duties expected on a yacht of this scale.
・We are looking for a Deckhand with strong videography abilities who can confidently produce high-quality content for charter edits. You’ll work closely with the Bosun and the interior content creator to deliver polished charter videos and promotional material. Prior experience in content creation is essential, and you must be fully competent in all relevant skills, including drone operation.
・A Yachtmaster is a preferred but not mandatory provided you have the right experience.
・Excellent charter tips to be made.

Requirements:

・A valid B1/B2 visa is required in hand for this role.
・Must have excellent verifiable references and all relevant certificates in hand including a PB2 and PDSD tickets.
・Start date: ASAP!

To Apply:

・Email your CV to Nicole, at:
nicole@sevenseasrecruitment.com

35m MY Captain – Master 500gt (MCA / CI endorsed). Couples considered.

I’m recruiting for a Med-based 35m motor yacht with a fantastic owner who genuinely looks after his crew. The yacht has been dual season, but will now run single season in the Med. She’s in Europe for warranty work with a February relaunch, so the start date is flexible.

The programme:
• Family-focused summer, cruising eastern Mediterranean.
• One short charter at the start of the season, otherwise private.
• Winters in a Med port.
• End-of-season bonus equal to one month’s salary.
• Salary and leave package detailed on my website.

A few quick notes:
• Mini ISM, commercially compliant, sensible budget with a boss who likes clear reporting.
• Management company handles most of the admin.
• Cayman flag.
• Couples welcome.
• Ideally M3000. But happy with MCA M500gt and good captain experience.

If you’re a strong communicator who enjoys running a happy, confident team, I’d love to hear from you.

Apply via my website or email me with any questions. Erica@elcrewco.com

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