Cruise Engineering Manager

Reporting to the Head of Technical Operations, the Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring that the fleet is technically managed and operated in the most cost effective manner and in compliance with all International, Flag State and Port State legal requirements.

To manage the technical operation of the Thomson Cruises owned and chartered vessels in a safe and cost effective manner so they are capable of delivering cruise products to the required standard.

What you will be doing

Monitoring performance against budgets and agreed operating standards, the Engineering Manager is responsible for implementing machinery and hull performance monitoring in the context of long-term vessels’ operational costs savings. Reviewing the technical managers’ repair specifications, they will take into account the requirements of Class Society, Owners’ and Company’s standards, PMS reports, deck, tank/hold and machinery condition reports, defect reports, the Master’s and C/E’s reports and national, port state and international legislation.

The Engineering Manager will review all reports of technical non-conformities, incidents or near misses and follow-up the implementation and verification of corrective/preventive actions process including evaluation of their effectiveness. The role holder will ensure that the technical managers are implementing preventive maintenance of hull, main machinery, deck machinery, electrical equipment, etc, as described in the PMS and set by the Class/Flag State requirements.

Monitoring Classification Society and Flag State requirements and overseeing surveys as necessary, the Engineering Manager will ensure that the certification of assigned vessels are maintained in accordance with the relevant Class and Flag State requirements. Keeping abreast of Statutory and Class regulations and standards. The Engineering Manager will advise the Head of Technical Operations as it becomes apparent that investment is required to comply with any changes.

The Engineering Manager will travel around the fleet, inspecting vessels, monitoring and evaluating the performance and working practices of the ships’ engineers. You will be responsible for ensuring the onboard team working conditions are safe and monitoring all technical problems, major defects and follow up, until corrective action is verified. You will audit the logbooks, the Oil Record Books, etc. and ensure that contingency plans and other manuals are updated.

What we are looking for

• Qualified to STCW III/2 or similar marine engineering qualification
• Sea going experience and, ideally, shore-based experience of vessel management or support
• Good understanding and experience of dealing with maritime legal issues and Class requirements.
• Experienced in vessel asset management and/or dry docking and major refits
• Team player with proven people and project management skills
• Track record in meeting tight deadlines in a pressurised environment
• Analytical, logical and methodical
• Clear articulate communicator with good negotiation and presentation skills
• Proactive, dynamic self-starter who is able to work independently and build relationships both within a team and with other organisations

Working within TUI group

Thomson Cruises current focus is to drive the implementation of our fleet transformation and modernisation strategy, deliver EBITA growth, capitalise on distribution opportunities across the wider TUI Group, and implement a contemporary long term customer proposition that maximises Thomson cruises unique position in the UK market.

TUI Group is the world’s number one integrated tourism group. Covering the entire touristic value chain under one roof we employ 63,000 people in over 100 countries and offer 20 million customers comprehensive services in around 180 destinations worldwide.

Help make our customers smile and in return you will receive a competitive salary, pension scheme and further benefits such as generous holiday discounts, great rates with foreign exchange and discounts with retailers.

How to apply

Apply online, we just need a few details from you and your CV.