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Deck Fitter
Role summary
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A Deck Fitter supports the ship’s deck department by carrying out metalwork, welding, fabrication, repairs, and maintenance on deck equipment, structures, railings, fittings, and machinery. Candidates typically need relevant marine, shipyard, or industrial experience, practical skills with hand and power tools, and the ability to read basic technical drawings. Welding or fabrication qualifications are advantageous. The role requires physical fitness, safe working practices, teamwork, flexibility, and willingness to work at sea for extended contracts. Applicants must follow onboard safety procedures, work in varying weather conditions, and comply with applicable maritime certification and medical requirements, including STCW training where required.
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 MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is a major global cruise company and part of MSC, a privately held Swiss-Italian transportation and logistics group. The cruise line operates a large fleet visiting destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. MSC Cruises provides holidays that combine accommodation, dining, entertainment, shore excursions, and family-focused activities. Its ships employ international teams across marine operations, hospitality, engineering, food and beverage, entertainment, and guest services. The company promotes multicultural teamwork, structured onboard training, and opportunities to develop a maritime or hospitality career. Crew members generally receive accommodation, meals, medical support, and travel arrangements during their contracts, although exact benefits depend on the position, vessel, nationality, and employment agreement.