Cunard Deputy Production Technician Lights

As a market leader in the cruise industry, Cunard sails spectacular ships all over the world. Join us and you’ll discover that working at sea is more than just a job. It’s a way of life. During your Cunard career you could explore all four corners of the world, visiting destinations from Alaska to Japan, and more than 70 countries in between. Explore new cultures, meet incredible new friends, and gain experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Join our Entertainment Team at Sea

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Deputy Production Technician (Lights) to support the delivery of world‑class entertainment onboard. Working closely with the Assistant Manager Production (AMP), you’ll help ensure our lighting systems, stage environments, and event setups operate smoothly and safely across the ship.

About the Role
As a Deputy Production Technician (Lights), you will play a key supporting role in the technical delivery of shows, talks, deck activities, and a wide range of entertainment events. You’ll assist with the setup and operation of lighting equipment, follow spot operation, and general technical duties that contribute to outstanding guest experiences.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position that’s ideal for someone passionate about entertainment technology and eager to grow their lighting expertise within a professional production team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the AMP with the day‑to‑day operation of the ship’s lighting systems and technical equipment.
• Assist in delivering technical requirements for shows, deck activities, lectures, and entertainment events.
• Operate follow spots and help build or prepare staging and scenic elements as required.
• Follow work schedules, instructions, and safety guidelines to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Maintain accurate records for equipment checks, cleaning routines, and maintenance schedules.
• Assist with loading and off‑loading entertainment equipment during embarkation periods.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by the Assistant Manager Production or Production Manager.
• Develop specialist skills in lighting while maintaining a broad understanding of sound and stage operations.
• Work collaboratively within the production sub‑department to ensure consistent ship‑wide lighting coverage.
• Support AMP colleagues and other team members to achieve a seamless entertainment operation.

Talent Pool

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

Equality

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.

At Cunard, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.