Assistant Refrigeration Technician

Assistant Refrigeration Engineer

• Under the supervision of the Chief Refrigeration Engineer, the Assistant Refrigeration Engineer operates, maintains, and repairs ventilation, provision, galley and bar equipment, ice rink cooling where applicable, and all air conditioning systems aboard the vessel. This role supports safe, reliable climate control and environmental stewardship, and must adhere to The Royal Way, Anchored in Excellence Credo, SQM standards, USPH guidelines, and all shipboard safety and environmental policies. The position may require work in various engineering spaces and other shipboard locations as part of a coordinated engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure ventilation, cooling, freezing equipment, ice rink cooling (where applicable), and all air conditioning equipment are kept in full and proper working condition.
• Assist the Chief Refrigeration Engineer in training division personnel in safety procedures and assigned duties.
• Assist in the proper maintenance and repair of all refrigerators, walk-in coolers, cold water drinking fountains, minibar (with refrigerant gas), and ice-making machines.
• Assist in the maintenance and condition of ship safety systems related to HVAC, including fire dampers, shut-off dampers, remote shut down, and Gaylord systems for all air-conditioning and ventilation ducts.
• Adhere to and promote environmental policies; immediately inform supervision if any environmental system does not function properly.
• Perform additional routines and work as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications & Training

• Formal education in HVAC and Refrigeration.
• Minimum three years of experience in Industrial or Commercial Refrigeration, Heating, Ventilation,and Air Conditioning.
• Strong mechanical skills with experience using power tools and welding equipment.