Waste Operator for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

We are currently seeking an experienced Waste Operator to join the luxury cruise vessel Orient Express Olympian.

• Embarkation: 01 April 2027
• Contract: 6 months ±1 month

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Fitter on board cruise ships
• All valid STCW certificates
• Good command of English
• Valid references and/or recommendations from previous employers

Candidates who meet the above requirements and are available for the specified embarkation date are encouraged to apply.

Department: | Engine
Job Title: | Waste Operator
Reporting to: | Hotel Engineer
Qualification: | As per applicable requirements of:
• IMO STCW Convention (as amended)
• Company certification and training requirements per form C601d
Experience: | As per Company Recruitment & Promotion Experience Requirements

Description and Main Purpose of Job:
The Waste Operator is a dedicated day-work rating responsible for the safe handling, sorting, processing, and storage of all solid waste generated onboard. Operating under the Hotel Engineer, the role ensures strict compliance with the vessel's Garbage Management Plan, environmental regulations (MARPOL Annex V), and public health standards, while performing any additional general technical duties as reasonably required.

Key Responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Waste Handling & Segregation: Receive, accurately segregate, and process all solid waste streams (plastics, recyclables, domestic waste, hazardous items) from all departments in strict accordance with the ship's Garbage Management Plan.
Machinery Operation: Safely and efficiently operate all garbage processing equipment, including glass crushers, cardboard balers, and compactors, ensuring all machinery is used according to manufacturer instructions. Promptly report any processing machinery defects to the Hotel Engineer.
Storage & Port Offloading: Organize and maintain the garbage holding areas and the refrigerated garbage room. Prepare compacted waste and assist in the safe, orderly offloading of garbage to shore reception facilities during port calls. Monitor waste volumes and immediately report any improper waste segregation by other crew members.
Housekeeping & Hygiene: Conduct continuous deep cleaning, sanitization, and odor control of the garbage processing room, storage areas, bins, and transport trolleys to prevent pest infestations and public health hazards.
Safety & Compliance: Comply strictly with all safety instructions, isolation procedures, and the correct use of PPE. Ensure personal compliance with work and rest hour regulations while actively contributing to pollution prevention measures.

Health, Safety and Environment Duties and Responsibilities:
All employees have a duty under Company Policies and VMS requirements to: 
Participate in shipboard emergency duties and drills in accordance with the vessel’s muster list and emergency procedures 
Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and for that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions 
Cooperate with management on health and safety matters 
Use correctly all work items provided by the Company, including personal protective equipment, in accordance with training and instructions 
Not interfere with or misuse anything provided for health, safety, or welfare ·         
Abide by environmental protection rules and regulations and actively participate in the reduction, reuse, and recycling schemes in place All employees shall participate actively in all HSEQ activities and promote safe practices as part of an integrated management approach

About Orient Express

For the past 140 years, Orient Express has been sublimating the Art of Travel with luxury trains, unique experiences and collections of rare objects. And soon the heritage of this legendary train will be transported to a collection of hotels and sailing yachts around the world. Introducing a new art de vivre, a different kind of journey that promises unforgettable moments along the way and the same destination since the beginning: to make dreams come true.