MANAGER, MARINE SAFETY & TRAINING

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The Manager, Marine Safety & Training leads safety programs, training standards, audits, and compliance initiatives across Carnival Cruise Line’s marine operations. Requirements typically include a maritime license or relevant marine-safety qualification, substantial shipboard or shoreside experience, knowledge of international maritime regulations such as SOLAS and STCW, and strong training or audit experience. The successful candidate should communicate clearly, influence operational teams, analyze incidents, develop practical procedures, and work effectively with vessels, shoreside departments, and regulators. The role may require travel, ship visits, emergency-response availability, and the ability to manage multiple safety projects in a fast-paced cruise environment.

About the employer

Carnival Cruise Line is one of the world’s largest cruise operators and a major brand within Carnival Corporation & plc. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company operates a large fleet serving destinations throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska, Europe, and other popular cruise regions. Carnival focuses on accessible vacations, entertainment, dining, recreation, and memorable guest experiences while employing thousands of shoreside and onboard team members. Its marine, hotel, culinary, technical, and guest-services departments work together to operate ships safely and efficiently. The company provides career opportunities at sea and ashore, with benefits that may include medical coverage, retirement plans, travel privileges, professional development, and crew accommodation for eligible shipboard roles. Safety, regulatory compliance, teamwork, and hospitality are central to Carnival’s operations.

Working in On Cruise

Cruise-based work offers opportunities in marine operations, safety, engineering, hospitality, food and beverage, entertainment, housekeeping, retail, and guest services. Life at sea is international and highly structured: employees work long shifts, share crew facilities, and interact with colleagues and guests from many cultures. Benefits often include accommodation, meals, onboard amenities, and access to multiple destinations, although personal time can be limited. Visa requirements depend on nationality, itinerary, and role. Crew members commonly need a passport, medical clearance, safety certificates, and visas such as a U.S. C1/D visa when joining or transiting through the United States. Shoreside employees relocating to Miami generally need appropriate U.S. work authorization. Confirm requirements with Carnival and the relevant embassy before accepting an offer.