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Cruise ship jobs Week 03/2026

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I am looking for an Electrician/Fitter who can join the team at the end of January for the continuation of the service and maintenance program on board many different Cruise Ships.

What am I looking for?

🛳️ Seagoing experience as a Fitter/Electrician/Electrical Tech/ETO
⚡ ETO / Electrical certified
📃 STCW + Medical + C1D Visa in hand
📅 Availability to join by the end of November

What is on offer?

💷 Day rate of £350 per day GROSS
▶️ Steady contract work to continue throughout 2026 – starting end of Jan
✨ Joining a professional and experienced team working on some of the best ships in the world

📧 Send your updated CV to Laura.humby@faststream.com

We are looking for a FIRST MATE for a 30m+ Private/Charter M/Y.

Permanent Position to join in Florida with a TBD start date.

More information on the role is provided in the link below!

Salary DOE with a standard MLC SEA.

Please apply online with A-Z Yachting or send your CV to 
natalie@a-zyachting.com

Chief Officer (USCG 1600 Master) – 58m MY – Commercial Motor Yacht – Cayman Flag – Joining location – West Palm Beach – Start date: 18th January 2026.

Leave package on offer is 90 days with two paid return economy flights.

Salary is negotiable with a 13th month bonus.

Ideally, you will have prior experience as Chief Officer and competent with ISM/ISPS, promoting a good safety culture and running a navigational Bridge.

Drivetime will be available and support will be given for further studies.

Currently carrying out refit works and new set-up procedures alongside the management company. Thereafter, plans are not yet confirmed, but likely cruising the Bahamas during the Spring.

The owners appreciate their crew and would like to build a team who stays with the program. This was achieved well with their previous yacht, and all crew are in the process of transferring over.
Qualifications: USCG 1600 Master, STCW, ENG1 – & experience working on similar size vessels.

There are a number of details to discuss, so if you are available and keen –

Please email chris@seadainerecruitment.com

JMS Careers are currently looking for a Rotational Chief Engineer to join a:
45m+ Private & Charter MY 
10/10 Rotation
Y3 Ticket Required
Start date: Last week of February
Ideally older vessel experience 
Shared Cabin
Dutch Build
B1B2 visa preferred/ not necessary
We are looking for an experienced yacht engineer. The vessel will be in the Caribbean this winter, followed by the Med Summer/Winter 2026 and then off to Norway for Summer 2027. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with a team player attitude. The vessel conducts background checks and random drug testing. Males only due to cabin arrangements. 
To apply please send your CV to me at dawn@jmsyachting.com with the subject of JOB ID #3611

We are searching for an experience engineer to join a 100ft sail yacht.
Privately owned
Minimum AEC2 certified
Yachtmaster offshore certified is a bonus
3 crew
Good Sailor
Proven longevity
Currently location : Mediterranean
Itinerary: Summer Mediterranean and Winter Caribbean with some Race regattas
Salary & Leave : TBD
Should this be of interest to you please email your CV to dawn@albacrewpl.com

I am looking for Hotel Maintenance crew for a short temporary contract joining 17th January. There is opportunity for further contacts in the future.
Please see information below.
If you are available and have CRUISE SHIP EXPEREINCE in this role please send your CV to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

K2S are chasing a Chief Engineer for a short-term passenger vessel contract.

• Minimum Qualifications: Class 1 or Class 2 CoC
• Medical: AMSA 303
• Certificates: CPSC
• Passport: Australian passport required
• Start date: ASAP (approximately 2 February)
• Scope: Passenger vessel operations
• Location: Embarking PNG
• Day rate: $906.14 / day

If you are available and looking for a new opportunity, please let us know now.

Email apply@k2s.com.au
Phone (08) 6454 2636

Lead Doctor (Temporary Contract) –
Cruise Ship | Joining 28 Jan

We are seeking an experienced Lead Doctor for a temporary contract onboard a cruise ship, joining 28 January.

Contract Dates: 28 Jan – 14 Feb (Temporary)
Salary: US$6,324 (leave pay paid at end of February payroll)
Leave Ratio: 2 months on / 2 months off

Role Overview
As Lead Doctor, you will lead the onboard medical department and provide medical services to both guests and crew. The role includes responsibility for the medical team, onboard medical operations, emergency response, and public health standards.

Candidates must hold:
Doctor Medical License + license verification
ALS / PALS
Basic Safety Training
Seafarers Record Book
Yellow Fever
STCW Medical
HepB
CMHB
Criminal Record Check

Please send CVs to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

Beverage Manager

Salary: $5,250 USD/month
Rotation: 6 months on / 2 months off

We’re hiring an experienced Beverage Manager to lead beverage operations across multiple venues, drive service excellence, and deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Key responsibilities:
Lead and coach a high-performing beverage service team
Maintain exceptional guest service and venue standards
Manage revenue performance, POS accuracy, and stock control
Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and alcohol service standards
Apply now to join a fast-paced, professional hospitality operation.

Please send CVs to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

Chief Officer (Seasonal Contract) – Ferries – United Kingdom ⛴️

I am currently looking for Chief Officer’s based locally to Hampshire, UK for a seasonal contract from February – November working onboard passenger ferries.

🔴All candidates must have full right-to-work within the UK🔴

  • Must hold either Chief Mate Unlimited or Master Unlimited CoC.
  • STCW basic training must be up to date.
  • Must have a valid ENG1.

If you would like to apply or would like more information on this role then please send your latest CV to joshua.ingleby@arm.co.u

Temp Chief Officer – 60m MY – Cayman Flag – Joining location – West Palm Beach – Start date: 22nd January 2026.

Contract will be one month but could go to six weeks, and salary is negotiable.

Ideally, you will have prior experience as Chief Officer and competent with ISM/ISPS, promoting a good safety culture and running a navigational Bridge.

Currently carrying out refit works and new set-up procedures alongside the management company.
Qualifications: Chief Mate 3000gt, STCW, ENG1 – B1/B2 if not locally based & experience working on similar size vessels.

There are several details to discuss, so if you are available and keen –

Please email chris@seadainerecruitment.com

We are looking seafarers for our Cruise Ship (For winter season)

  • MASTER

With requirements;

  • Can join asap.( in one week)
  • Having Shenzhen Visa or Europan citizen (Embarkation will be fm Rhodes Port)
  • Holding valid certificate as per STCW 2010 all documants and certificate should be valid minimum 12 months.
  • Having Passanger Ship Certificate.
  • Should have experience with same Rank and Cruise of vessel.(İmportant)
  • Having experience with mixed Nationalty.

İf you are the one we are searching for, Please send your CV to;
crewmanager.cruise@signumshipmanagement.com

We are looking for a temp 1ETO to join a traditional cruise line company from the of February to April . There could be potentially more work on offer moving forward,
Please only apply if you are available for these dates and have worked in a similar role. If interested, please send the following along with your updated CV to James@exciterecruitmet.com
ETO COC
Medical Certificate
Advance fire
PSCRB
Seaman’s book
Basic STCW 95
Yellow Fever,

Lead Deckhand & Service Stewardess (Couples Role) – 85m Charter Yacht (Single Season)

The yacht is currently gearing up for a busy Med charter season, so we are looking for motivated, professional crew who thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well as part of a strong team.

Lead Deckhand – Key Details
Position: Lead Deckhand
Yacht: 85m Motor Yacht
Itinerary: Mediterranean
Contract: Single season
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: €4,000 per month
Leave: 44 days paid leave

Service Stewardess – Key Details
Position: Service Stewardess
Yacht: 85m Motor Yacht
Itinerary: Mediterranean
Contract: Single season
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: €3,000 per month
Leave: 44 days paid leave

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced couple to join a busy 85m charter yacht for the Med season.

PLEASE NOTE I CAN ONLY CONSIDER COUPLES WHO BOTH HAVE PREVIOUS YACHTING EXPERIENCE IN RANK

Please send CVs to lisa.gage@stellamar.co.uk

If you have 2 years’ Cruise experience and are a Sous Chef, then send me your CV! I have a very well-paid equal rotation position available to start on February 4th. vikki@exciterecruitment.com

We are looking for a ROTATIONAL SOLE ENGINEER for a 45m+ Private/Charter M/Y.

Rotational Position (10:10) to start the 20th of February.

More information on the role is provided in the link below!

Salary DOE with a standard MLC SEA.

Please apply online with A-Z Yachting or send your CV to 
Leah@a-zyachting.com

Chief Officer (Chief Mate 3000gt) – 2:2 Rotation – 60m+ SY – Private / Charter – Worldwide Cruising Itinerary.

2:2 rotation – Start Date February 2026 – Salary is negotiable.

Joining in the Caribbean, with your application as soon as possible as there is a lengthy hiring process. This is a busy program which is mainly private with some charter.

Qualifications: Chief Mate 3000gt, STCW, ENG1 – 6 years+ experience in the industry, with solid experience in large sail boats (50m+)

Full package and itinerary for the next twelve months will be discussed upon application.

If you are available and keen, please email your current CV along with location and availability to –

chris@seadainerecruitment.com

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