
Asst. Electrical Fitter
- Recruiter:
- Explora Journeys
- Category:
- Engine / Technical Jobs
- Position:
- Assistant Electrician
- Published:
- January 17, 2026
Your Purpose
To perform ,or assist in, the maintenance and repairs for either the engine room or hotel areas depending on which area is assigned to them. The Assistant Electrical Fitter reports directly to the 2 nd Electro-Technical Officer on all issues pertaining to the specific area designated to them. The Assistant Electrical Fitter will assist with any issues, as and when, requested/required.Your Impact
• Consults on a regular basis with the 2 nd Electro-Technical Officer concerning methods and procedures for the maintenance and upkeep of the electrical equipment.
• Consistently monitors, controls and troubleshoots all electrical equipment and systems machinery equipment as directed by the 2 nd Electro-Technical Officer.
• Immediately reports all electrical equipment damage or malfunction to the 2 nd Electro-Technical Officer.
• The Assistant Electrical Fitter is responsible for assisting the 2nd Electro-Technical Officer in the repairs and maintenance of the following systems: a) Elevators - Including assisting with routine maintenance and weekly safety checks. b) Hotel systems – To include automatic doors. c) Passenger/crew accommodation – Including cabin automation, lighting and power issues. d) Main Engines - To include assisting with routine safety shutdown tests e) Safety Systems - To include battery checks where required. f) Engine room general systems - To include assisting with the maintenance and repair of Waste Water Treatment systems, Evaporators etc.
• Ensures that all their work is completed to such a standard as to reduce , where possible, future failures.
• Works closely with the Senior Technical Storekeeper to ensure sufficient stock of spare parts and consumables is held on board to cover planned and unplanned maintenance at all times.
• Ensure that all assigned maintenance and repairs are communicated to the 2nd Electro-Technical Officer so that they can be entered into InfoSHIP thus keeping an accurate record of all repairs and parts used. The entries must also include the required test results/readings.
• Always operate with the full consideration for the comfort of Guests.
• Works Closely with the Facility manager in order to ensure all repair orders are completed in a timely manner
Your Journey So Far
• Previous work experience in a similar position with luxury/premium Cruise company or in a related field and willingness to train.
• Certificate of Competencies license III/7
• High School Graduate with appropriate licenses as required by company. • Team player and proactive.
• Possess a valid passport and seaman book
• Computer literacy and ability to operate office equipment.
• Basic Windows based programs knowledge.
• Fluent in oral and written English (working and Safety language of the Company) Explora Fleet English Level: B1.
• Any major other languages is considered a major advantage.
Your Essentials
Full compliance with the requirement of the Law Flag State of the ship regarding Safety and health and physical requirements.Documentation according with STCWOur commitment
At Explora Journeys, we are redefining luxury ocean travel - where discovery, well-being, and a deep respect for the seas come together in harmony.
We seek passionate professionals who share our vision of a more immersive, transformative way to discover the world’s most inspiring destinations by sea.
Are you ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at Explora Journeys, where an ocean of opportunities awaits. Your journey to the Ocean State of Mind starts here.
STCW Certificates
You will need valid STCW certificates to apply for this position. Find an STCW course near you.
Explora Journeys
https://careers.msccruises.com/explorajourneys/
Explora Journeys is the ultra-elegant ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, offering refined luxury travel experiences to a new generation of discerning travellers. With a fleet of six private yacht-inspired ships to be sailing globally by 2028, Explora Journeys takes its guests on transformative Journeys, inspired by wellness of body and mind, connection and deeper discovery of the world and its oceans, through immersive itineraries that blend both iconic and off-the-beaten-track destinations.
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