Assistant Facility Manager – Cruise Ship

We are currently recruiting an experienced Assistant Facility Manager to join a large cruise vessel undergoing an extensive refurbishment and preparation for its upcoming deployment to Florida, USA.

The vessel is approximately 103,000 GT, 272 metres in length, with capacity for over 3,000 guests. The successful candidate will join during the dry dock period in the UK before sailing with the vessel to Florida to commence cruise operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in the final stages of a major refurbishment project and support the vessel's transition into operational service.

Position Details

• Joining Location: United Kingdom (Dry Dock)
• Joining Date: As soon as possible / Subject to availability
• Rotation: 4 months onboard / 4 months leave
• Operational Area: Florida, USA / Caribbean

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Facility Manager in overseeing the daily operation and maintenance of the vessel's hotel facilities.
• Supervise and coordinate technical maintenance teams, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general hotel maintenance.
• Support dry dock activities, refurbishment works, inspections and the preparation of hotel facilities for operational service.
• Manage planned and preventative maintenance across guest accommodation, public areas, crew spaces and hotel technical systems.
• Monitor maintenance requests and coordinate repairs to minimise disruption to hotel operations.
• Work closely with the Technical and Hotel Departments to ensure maintenance standards are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, company standards and environmental regulations.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous cruise ship experience is essential, preferably in an Assistant Facility Manager, Hotel Maintenance Supervisor or similar technical management position.
• Strong technical knowledge of cruise ship hotel systems, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical installations and general maintenance.
• Previous dry dock, refurbishment or vessel mobilisation experience would be advantageous.
• Proven experience supervising multicultural technical teams.
• Familiarity with planned maintenance systems, preferably AMOS.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant technical qualifications and valid STCW certification.
• Ability to join a vessel in the UK and subsequently operate from the United States, subject to the necessary immigration documentation.

Only candidates with relevant cruise ship experience will be considered.