
First Engineer
- Recruiter:
- MSC Cruises / Explora Journeys
- Category:
- Engine / Technical Jobs
- Position:
- 1st Engineer
- Published:
- August 11, 2025
Your Purpose
As a 1st Engineer Officer, you will be a cornerstone in ensuring our vessel operates seamlessly and safely. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer and Staff Engineer, you will lead the engine watch-keeping team, ensuring daily maintenance and operational excellence across all engineering and technical systems onboard. Your expertise will enable our guests to enjoy a safe and smooth journey on a state-of-the-art cruise vessel, providing an unforgettable travel experience.
Your Impact
As a 1st Engineer Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the ship’s engineering and technical systems. Your expertise will uphold the safety and efficiency of our vessel, guaranteeing a reliable and enjoyable experience for guests and crew alike. By managing advanced technologies such as Wartsila propulsion, Azipod systems, and eco-friendly solutions like AWT and scrubbers, you will contribute to sustainable and environmentally conscious operations. Beyond the technical aspects, your leadership will foster a professional and collaborative environment within the engineering team, empowering them to excel and adapt to challenges with confidence. Your impact will resonate throughout every voyage, underpinning our commitment to excellence and innovation in maritime operations.
Your Journey So Far
To join our team as an 1st Engineer you need to have:
Experience: Proven experience aboard passenger vessels, demonstrating advanced knowledge of engineering systems specific to modern cruise ships.
Qualification: Hold a valid License III/2, compliant with international maritime standards.
Technical Expertise: Familiarity with Wartsila propulsion systems, Azipod propulsion, and state-of-the-art engineering apparatus.
Communication Skills: Intermediate proficiency in both written and spoken English to ensure seamless collaboration with the team and stakeholders.
Your Essentials
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Eligibility: Possess all required maritime certifications and a valid medical fitness certificate.
Commitment: A dedication to maintaining high safety, operational, and environmental standards.
Team Spirit: A proactive, solution-oriented approach and ability to work cohesively in a multicultural environment.
Availability: Willingness to adapt to life at sea, including the unique challenges and rewards of a maritime career.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise aboard and contribute to the success of our fleet, we invite you to embark on this exciting journey. Apply now to join a team that values excellence, innovation, and the passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
Our commitment
We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.
Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!

MSC Cruises
Explora Journeys
WHERE PASSION MEETS OPPORTUNITY
The Cruise Division of MSC Group, the privately-owned world leader in transportation, is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with two distinct brands - MSC Cruises, covering the contemporary and premium segments and Explora Journeys, dedicated to the luxury segment.
MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America. A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.
Explora Journeys, launched in 2023, is the luxury ocean travel brand redefining the experience for a new generation of discerning travellers. The fleet, currently comprising two ships and expanding to six by 2028, offers effortless yet refined luxury. Guests embark on transformative journeys, connecting with the sea through exceptional itineraries that inspire discovery in all its forms.
Join us and be part of a global family where together we achieve the extraordinary!
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