
Electrical Supervisor
- Reference:
- JB04709
- Recruiter:
- MSC Cruises
- Category:
- Other Cruise Jobs
- Position:
- Electrician
- Published:
- March 18, 2025
JOB PURPOSE
We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing Engine Technical Department as an Electrical Supervisor. Reporting to the Vice President Engine Operations, The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and budgeting operations involving the maintenance of Ship's electrical equipment, facilities and systems including the propulsion and the PMS.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Manages and oversees all electrical technical activities directly related to the management and operation of the owned vessels.
• Carries out ship visits to ensure that vessels are maintained to a high standard and are operated to all current regulations and company standards.
• Coordinates all electrical maintenance activities by outside technical service and internal actions by crew.
• Ensures that reports and repair specifications are issued accurately and reflect the condition of the ships, and that all repairs are completed to the required standard.
• Coordinates any Dry-Dock activities which arise from the electrical maintenance program.
• Reviews and updates the electrical maintenance schedules based on Ship survey findings and results.
• Ensures maintenance costs are managed in accordance with agreed accountable budgets and in accordance with financial approvals.
• Analyses and approves technical specifications for new building, vessel's refit and repairs ensuring that solutions are tested and verified before implementation by attending FAT (Factory Acceptance test).
• Manages crisis when unexpected technical issues arise.
• Conducts troubleshooting with assistance of ship staff and equipment makers.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• At least ten years of relevant working experience, or at least six (6) years working as a superintendent or similar function as onboard 1st ETO / Chief Electrician on Cruise ships.
• Advanced understanding of a combination of electrical skills, required to fulfil this role completely, e.g. High Voltage (11.0 kV and 6.6 kV), 440v, 220v, 24v, 12v and electronics.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, delegate and control the work process.
• Preferred experience with ABB/GE Marine High Voltage Equipment: High voltage generators, high voltage generator voltage controls, High / low voltage switchgear and distribution switchboards, high voltage circuit breakers and protective devices, low voltage circuit breakers and motor starters, cycloconverter / synchronverter propulsion drives, high / low voltage transformers, low voltage VFD.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of high voltage safety.
• Familiar with electrical engineering and installation standards including IEC, IEEE, API, IMO MODU, SOLAS, and class regulations (BV, RINA).
• Straightforward problem solving and collaborative teamwork mind.
• Ability to travel worldwide onboard.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language is required, additional languages are beneficial.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
• The existing right to live and work in the UK is preferred.
Language Requirements
Good knowledge of the English language is required.

MSC Cruises
JOIN US AND SEE HOW MUCH YOU CAN GROW!
MSC Cruises has grown exponentially since 2003. In such a short time, we have built a fleet of 21 modern and most environmentally advanced ships!
With our constant expansion, our fleet will grow in capacity with the arrival of eight new ships in three different classes by 2027.
One of our latest ships – MSC World Europa – was delivered in 2022, inaugurating the World Class. It is our largest cruise ship to date, with a capacity of over 6,700 passengers, served by more than 2,000 crew members.
In 2022 we also inaugurated the MSC Seascape which features new immersive high-tech entertainment with innovative technology that provides guests with endless leisure options.
From 2023 MSC Cruises will enter the Luxury segment by launching its first of four Explora Journeys ships. The ships will be equipped with the best and latest environmental technology and bestowed with a highly-innovative design.
Career Opportunities
With four new mega-ships and four Luxury ships to be built and delivered between 2023 and 2027, the biggest and most important challenge for MSC Cruises is to find, recruit and train a high number of new crew members needed to provide the service, fun and safety that have become hallmarks of MSC Cruises.
This massive project is already well under way. The Human Resources Team is not only working to recruit the best talents but is also visiting our manning agencies and hiring partners around the world to ensure that the right people and facilities are in place to prepare this ‘army’ of new crew members for their life at sea.
We need motivated and ambitious crew members who work with passion and understand the value of a smile.
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