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Chinese-Speaking Staff Recruitment


📍 Boarding Location: Johor Bahru, Malaysia
🛳️ Estimated Boarding Time: December 2025
Dragon Cruises, Malaysia’s newest cruise line, is preparing for launch—and we are looking for passionate, professional Chinese-speaking talents to join our growing team!

⭐ Position 1: Table Games Dealer
Requirements:
• Female candidates only
• English & Mandarin proficiency
• 1–2 years casino dealing experience (new dealers considered)
• Able to deal at least two table games
• Strong mental math skills
⭐ Position 2: Table Games Supervisor
Requirements:
• 3–5 years table games experience, including 1 year supervisory level
• Strong knowledge of major table games
• Understanding of gaming regulations & security
• Proven leadership ability
• Strong English; Chinese preferred
⭐ Position 3: Receptionist
Requirements:
• Excellent communication & customer service skills
• Strong problem-solving & multitasking ability
• Computer literacy (POS, reservation systems)
• Strong English; Chinese preferred
• 3+ years relevant experience; hospitality degree preferred
⭐ Position 4: Guest Relations Manager (GRM)
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years GRM experience (cruise/hotel/resort)
• Strong English; Chinese preferred

🚢 Join Dragon Cruises and be part of a dynamic, multicultural team delivering unforgettable experiences at sea!
📩 Apply Now — Send your resume to Email: info@chncrew.com

I am urgently seeking an experienced Sous Chef (with long-term yachting or land-based experience) holding a B1/B2 visa to join a 55m+ vessel.

If interested, please get in touch via email at Interior@crewandconcierge.com

Doctor Opportunity – Temp Cruise Ship

I am looking for qualified and experienced Doctor to join a cruise vessel departing on 6th December

📅 Contract Type: Temporary (06 Dec – 02 April)
💰 Salary: USD $7,752 per month
👥 Ratio: 3:1

Requirements:

Valid Doctor Medical License
PALS, ALS, BST, YF, STCW Seafarer Medical, HepB, CMHB, and Criminal Record Check

Please send your CV to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

We’re looking for an experienced Captain to take command of a 40M private motor yacht. Ideal candidate will have all relevant qualifications, strong technical skills, proven leadership and solid experience navigating in the Mediterranean.

The yacht will spend the winter in Cyprus before cruising the Med for the season.

Requirements:
✔ Master 500GT
✔ STCW & ENG1
✔ 3 years+ experience on similar-sized yachts
✔ Strong technical + navigational knowledge
✔ Great leadership & crew management

📩 Interested? Send your CV & references to info@seanesthisis.com

2 wonderful long-term crew job opportunities.

1️⃣ Captain – 30m brand new charter yacht

  • Location: Caribbean / Miami with a South of France season
  • Requirements: min 3 years’ experience as Captain on charter yachts
  • Strong technical & navigational skills, leadership and guest focus
  • Native English speaker

2️⃣ Chief Stewardess – 33m Navetta Custom Line (private, Dubai)

  • Start date: 15 December 2025
  • High-standard interior management & exceptional guest service
  • Confident leading, training & mentoring junior interior crew

📩 To apply, please send your CV in English (PDF or Word) and professional references to assistant.avelina@smartyachts.com and mention the position in the subject line.

Royal Caribbean Group – Deck & Engine Department Career Opportunities 🌊

Join Royal Caribbean International (RCI) and Celebrity Cruises International (CCI), global leaders in navigation, marine engineering, and technical operations.
If you’re ready to grow in a true seafaring environment, this is more than a job — it’s a career built on the ocean. ⚓✨

💫 Open Positions

🔧 RCI – Royal Caribbean International
· Assistant Repairman
· Aqua Laundry Technician
· Upholsterer
· Electrician

🛟 CCI – Celebrity Cruises
· Horticulturist
· Marine Administrative Assistant
· Sailor O/S
· 3rd Engineer – Celebrity
· Apprentice Engineer / Engine Cadet
· CE UK Engine Cadet
· Engine Storekeeper
· Fitter A/C

📌 How to Apply
① Scan the QR code to submit your resume
② Email your CV to info@chncrew.com

We’re Hiring! – 90m MY
2:2 Rotation | Start ASAP

🔸 HOS – €5,700–6,000
🔸 Chief Stewardess – €8,000–8,600
🔸 Purser – €7,600–8,000

Applicants must have solid experience on larger yachts.
📧 Haidee.hr@silvercrews.com

We are actively seeking an experienced Sole Stewardess (minimum 2 years’ experience) to join a 35m private sailing yacht.

Please note, candidates must have the right to work in the United States, either as a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.

If this opportunity matches your experience and interests, please get in touch via Interior@crewandconcierge.com

We are URGENTLY searching for a 1st Mate & Stew/Cook Team to join a 30 mtr Sail Yacht.
Privately owned
1st Mate must be qualified to Yacht master 200gt with good engineering knowledge and experience
Stew/Cook will be responsible for the interior and crew cooking.
Yard or Maintenance experience a bonus.
Currently located in Spain where she is undergoing maintenance in her winter yard period.
Sailing throughout the Aegean and Mediterranean waters this summer before she sets sail for the Caribbean in the Winter of 2026.
Experience sailors
Proven longevity onboard a similar size yacht.
Salaries : TBD & DOE

please email your cvs to dawn@albacrewpl.com

90m MY and 60m SY. III/1 or Y4 Engineer rotational 3rd Engineer 60m SY and 2nd Engineer 90m MY. One person both yachts. $5000 x 12. 2 on 2 off rotation. Would like yacht experience. AV/IT experience would be nice. Round trip flights home.  please email your cv to joe@wizzwazz.com

60m Charter M/Y looking for a rotational Captain & Chief Stewardess couple.

There is a strong, well-established crew onboard with excellent longevity. The successful candidates will need to integrate seamlessly into the existing crew dynamic .

The yacht is a highly successful charter yacht and runs a dual Med/ Caribbean season, with repeat clients already confirmed for next summer. Charter experience is essential, and candidates should be confident running a busy, guest-focused operation.

There is an excellent owner who invests in and values their crew and promotes longevity.

This is an fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated couple seeking a stable rotational role on a great yacht.

THIS IS A COUPLES POSITION ONLY, PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA.

Job Title: Captain & Chief Stewardess couple
Contract: Permanent (Rotational)
Yacht: 60m Charter
Starting date: ASAP (flexible for right candidates)
Cruising Itinerary: Mediterranean & Caribbean
Required Certificates / Licenses / Visas:
Captain : Master 3000 GT, B1/B2
Chief Stew : B1/B2
Requirements for application:
Captain: Good boat handling experience on a similar sized vessel, Charter experience. Any extra skills would be highly advantageous.
Salary: DOE
Leave: Time for time rotation

Please send CVs and cover letters to suzie@yachtcrew.uk

We are recruiting an experienced Staff Chief Engineer (SCE) to join a leading cruise line and play a key role in the safe, efficient and reliable operation of a large passenger vessel.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and a stable career history to step into a high-impact role supporting the Chief Engineer and leading a multi-disciplinary engineering team.

To be considered, candidates must have:
At least 3 years of recent experience as Staff Chief Engineer on vessels over 60,000 GT.
A stable and progressive career history with strong onboard tenure.
Demonstrable experience leading and managing engineering teams, ideally including hotel/facilities maintenance teams.
A completed Marine Engineering Cadetship with an HND or Foundation Degree, or equivalent.
Chief Engineer Unlimited (Motor) Certificate of Competency.
Strong command of written and spoken English.

If you fit the above, and are looking for a new challenge in 2026 please send your CV to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk for further information

We are looking for Deckhands with the below Specialist Skills for the winter season:

▫️ Dive Instructors
▫️ Watersports
▫️ Wake Boarding
▫️ Videographers
▫️ Carpenters
▫️ Fishing
▫️ Personal Trainers
▫️ Cyclists

If you are interested in hearing about opportunities please send a copy of your updated CV to
Lucy Matcham
Lucy@wilsonhalligan.com

We are looking to recruit a Hotel Superintendent for a large cruise line company based in Miami. The Hotel Superintendent is in charge of all Hotel, Open Deck and Attractions Maintenance needs including inspections, repairs, certificate requirements, modifications and dry dockings of vessels. The Hotel Superintendent will provide constant updates on reported hotel deficiencies, damages and non-conformities to onboard and shoreside management.
You must have the right to live and work within the US, If interested please send your CV to james@exciterecruitment.com for more information,

Y3 Sole Engineer. Start asap 7th if possible in Dubai. € 7000 a month negotiable. Or temp if cannot find a Y3 Yacht engineer. Vessel is around 17 years old. Ideally looking for an agile guy with good electronic, AV, electrical High Voltage experience. We have the support of a big company with many resources at our disposal. 2 year contract as we will provide residency. Salaries are influenced by the regional standards but will be dependent on skills/experience. Please email joe@wizzwazz.com with your cv in word or pdf

Urgent – Relief Chief Engineer (Y3 or 2/E (MN) III/3) – 40m M/Y – Charter – Temp contract for two months – Start date ASAP, joining in Fort Lauderdale.

You will be joining a new team to assist in delivering the yacht to its new owner, along with completing a charter which is booked for the 21st of December through to the 28th of December.

Qualifications: Y3, STCW, ENG1 – B1/B2 visa in hand & 4 years’ experience in this industry, working on similar size vessels.

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

We’re Hiring: Staff Chief Engineer – Global Cruise Line 🌍

Faststream Recruitment is looking for experienced Staff Chief Engineers to join a modern and reputable cruise fleet ⚓

🔧 Requirements:
• Chief Engineers (Unlimited) CoC
• 3+years as Staff Chief Engineer within the Cruise industry
• Strong leadership & teamwork 🤝

💼 What’s on Offer:
• From $7,000/month, paid year round (x12)💶
• 12 weeks on 12 weeks rotation ⛴️
• Additional benefits such as bonus scheme, training, travel concessions.

send your CV to holly.yates@faststream.com

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