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Asst. Plumber
Role summary
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The Assistant Plumber supports the ship’s plumbing team with installation, inspection, repair and maintenance of water supply, drainage, sewage, hot-water and related systems. Candidates are generally expected to have practical plumbing experience, technical training or a relevant trade qualification, and knowledge of tools, pipes, valves, pumps and basic safety procedures. Cruise or hotel maintenance experience is helpful. The role requires physical fitness, safe working practices, reliability and the ability to work in confined or demanding areas. Candidates should be comfortable working shifts, responding to maintenance requests and cooperating with engineers and other departments. Good communication, attention to detail and willingness to follow maritime safety and company procedures are essential.
Can I work on cruise ships?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: No host-country permit: a seafarer medical, safety training, a seaman's book, a US crew visa and a Schengen visa.
Watch for: Recruitment fees are banned on ships.
Official source: US Department of State: crewmember visa. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with on cruise ships
Usual for cruise ships, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Free cabin, usually shared |
|---|---|
| Meals | Free (by law) |
| Flights | Joining and home flights usually paid; free repatriation (by law) |
| Service charge | Passenger service charges pooled on many lines |
| Contract | 6 to 9 months on board, about 2 months unpaid between contracts |
| Leave | 2.5 days a month, often paid as cash |
| Income tax | Usually not withheld; depends on your home country |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is a luxury ocean travel brand created by the MSC Group. It operates small, elegant ships designed around relaxed, destination-focused travel, combining hotel-style service with carefully planned itineraries and spacious accommodations. The brand emphasizes personalized guest experiences, contemporary design, fine dining, wellness and extended time in ports. Shipboard employees work in an international environment and support hotel, marine, technical and guest-service operations around the clock. Explora Journeys recruits people who are professional, safety-conscious and comfortable delivering high service standards. Depending on the contract and position, employees may receive onboard accommodation, meals, medical support, travel arrangements and other benefits. The company is expanding its fleet and offers opportunities for people seeking maritime careers in engineering, hospitality, culinary service, guest relations and other cruise operations.