Carnival UK

Onboard HR Manager

Recruiter:
Carnival UK
Category:
Administration Jobs
Positions:
HR Manager (shipboard), Learning & Development Manager
Updated:
January 20, 2026

Here at Carnival UK, we have an exciting opportunity for an Onboard HR Manager (3.5 Stripes) to join our fleet of ships. Working across both P&O Cruises and Cunard this role is part of the Senior Leadership team on the ship, crucial to supporting and driving people initiatives whilst guiding the teams on all aspects of HR.

Day to day activities of the HR Manager:

  • Employee Relations – providing expert knowledge and support to the management teams
  • Performance Management – Supporting our onboard leaders to communicate performance expectations and priorities, as well as development planning for optimum business performance
  • Culture – Implement HR initiatives to drive culture change based on our Culture Essentials
  • Coaching and development – Directly supporting officers to deliver great employee experiences
  • Talent Management – Working with fleet resourcing to co-ordinate, deliver and facilitate internal mobility
  • Safety – Develop and champion the safety culture onboard
  • Leading – Managing a small administration team and the onboard Learning and Development Officer. You will be responsible for ensuring the department delivers its goals and objectives which support great customer and employee experiences
  • Welfare Champion – Closely monitor onboard welfare initiatives and manage welfare budget to ensure engagement and retention of crew


Essential applicant requirements:

  • CIPD qualified, preferably to graduate level, or other equivalent HR qualification
  • HR Management and/or HR Business Partner experience is essential
  • Strong operational and generalist background within a high-volume industry
  • Previous experience of delivering leadership and management training
  • Performance management experience
  • Significant employee relations experience

Reasons to join us:

  • Travel the world all expenses paid, no accommodation or food cost
  • Company paid business class seats on flights over 4 hours
  • Fully funded travel to joining destination
  • Single cabin, fully serviced daily
  • Pension plan
  • Tax free income for many qualifying countries
  • Private Health Insurance for yourself and family (conditions apply)
  • Dental care
  • Achievable bonus scheme
  • Full access to Guest F&B outlets across the ship
  • Friends and Family discounted cruises
  • Annualised contract with working pattern of 10-12 weeks on assignment, followed by 10-12 weeks off assignment (200 of 365 days worked per year)
  • Relatives travel onboard with you while you work

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During the recruitment and on boarding process we may not be able to offer an exact start date, but as soon as we do, we will let you know and make sure you have plenty of notice and support to get ready for your adventure with us.

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

Carnival UK

Carnival UK

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Carnival UK is a market leader in the cruise industry, widely recognised by our famous brands P&O Cruises and Cunard. We operate ships all over the world and provide unforgettable holiday experiences to our guests.

P&O Cruises

One of the most recognizable and respected names in travel, market-leading P&O Cruises has been operating for more than 170 years. With seven ships in the fleet, from our family friendly flagship Britannia, to Arvia, our newest cruise ship which is the largest ever built for the British market, P&O Cruises creates extraordinary travel experiences.

P&O Cruises offers the most stylish and contemporary destinations including the Caribbean, South America, Scandinavia, Mediterranean, Atlantic Islands and Round the World cruises.

Cunard

Cunard is an international luxury travel brand offering unparalleled experiences on board the most iconic Ocean Liners in the world; Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Anne. Cunard celebrates the freedom to travel and with an incomparable heritage of over 185 years and outstanding White Star Service, Cunard continues to set new standards in ocean travel. Queen Mary 2 provides the only regularly scheduled transatlantic service between New York and Southampton, England.

At Carnival UK as part of Carnival Corporation, our highest responsibility and top priorities are to operate safely, to protect the environment, and to be in compliance everywhere we operate in the world. On this foundation, we aspire to deliver unmatched joyful vacations for our Guests, always exceeding their expectations. We are committed to a positive and just corporate culture, based on inclusion and the power of diversity. We operate with integrity, trust and respect for each other - seeking collaboration, candour, openness and transparency at all times. And we intend to be an exemplary corporate citizen leaving the people and the places we touch even better.


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