
HR Specialist
- Recruiter:
- MSC Cruises
- Category:
- Administration Jobs
- Position:
- HR Manager (shipboard)
- Published:
- April 4, 2026
Your Purpose
As a HR Specialist, you support the Shipboard HR Director in delivering positive, inclusive, and well-organized crew experience on board. Your role focuses on crew onboarding, welfare, and engagement, ensuring that all processes are executed smoothly and in line with company standards. You contribute to creating a supportive working environment by coordinating onboarding activities, monitoring crew areas, and supporting initiatives that enhance crew wellbeing, satisfaction, and engagement throughout the contract.
Your Impact
You play an active role in the day-to-day execution of onboard HR activities, working closely with onboard departments to ensure an effective and welcoming onboarding process for all embarking crew members. You support crew welfare initiatives, engagement events, and familiarization activities, while helping to maintain high standards in crew living and recreational areas.
Through regular inspections, coordination, and follow-up, you help ensure compliance with company procedures, MLC requirements, and HESS standards. Your contribution supports crew satisfaction, engagement, and retention, directly impacting overall onboard performance.
Your Journey So Far
We are looking for someone who have:
• Proven experience in Human Resources, hospitality, or a related role
• Educational background in Human Resources, Hospitality, or a related field is preferred
• Experience supporting onboarding, employee engagement, or welfare activities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and fast-paced environment
• Fluent spoken and written English; additional European languages are an advantage
Your Essentials
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally across all levels
• Proactive and approachable attitude with a people-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured and efficient manner
• Willingness to comply with onboard policies, procedures, and operational requirements
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
WHERE PASSION MEETS OPPORTUNITY
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.
Join us and be part of a global family where together we achieve the extraordinary!
