
Deck Cadet
- Recruiter:
- Explora Journeys
- Category:
- Deck Jobs
- Position:
- Deck Cadet
- Published:
- April 8, 2026
Your Purpose
An exciting opportunity exists for a world class Deck Cadet to join our newly created luxury travel brand “Explora Journeys” and start his/her career by building up experience in the Deck department. He/She will be assisting the ship Deck Officers in their duties.
Your Impact
Assisting watch leaders and as prescribed by Staff Captain or Master for ancillary duties .
- The Bridge Manager shall ensure a Cadet Training Program is established to enhance and support cadet learning. When more than one cadet is on board are to be assigned to senior deck Officers and rotated periodically, to gain a comprehensive understanding of each Officer’s duties and responsibilities. The cadet assigned to 1st watch shall assist with arrival/ departure preparations and may cover the Administrator role during maneuvers under supervision of the qualified officer.
- The cadet assigned to 2nd watch shall assist with voyage planning, preparation of voyage reports, noon reports, and sunrise/set tables under supervision of the qualified officer.
- The cadet assigned to 3rd watch shall assist with fire risk assessments and inspection/testing of FRA and GMDSS detection equipment under supervision of the qualified officer.
- The cadet assigned to the Safety\Training Officers for daily duties shall learn the on-board safety procedures, assist in safety training for crew\hosts and assist with conducting safety rounds during crew\host and guests’ drills.
- The cadet assigned to the Staff Captain’s office shall learn the application of the ISPS code, Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), and aspects of crew management including crew disciplinary actions when possible.
- The cadet assigned to the Environmental Compliance Officer shall learn the application of Marpol and waste management processes on board.
Your Journey So Far
The role of the cadet is for training purpose only.Your Essentials
Nautical High School Diploma - Flag state endorsement - STCW requirementsOur 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.
Start your Journey into the extraordinary!
