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Electrical Fitter
Role summary
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The Electrical Fitter supports the vessel’s electrical maintenance and repair work, including installation, testing, troubleshooting, and servicing of equipment, wiring, switchboards, lighting, and machinery systems. Candidates are generally expected to hold an electrical trade qualification, relevant shipboard or industrial experience, and a sound understanding of electrical safety, isolation procedures, and technical drawings. STCW certification, medical fitness, and familiarity with maritime regulations may be required. The role demands practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, safe working habits, teamwork, and the flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and during emergencies. Candidates should be comfortable living and working onboard an international cruise ship for extended contracts.
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 operated by the MSC Group. The company combines the reach and maritime expertise of MSC with a more intimate, resort-style cruising experience. Its ships are designed around spacious suites, premium dining, wellness facilities, destination-focused itineraries, and highly personalized service. Explora Journeys recruits international teams across marine operations, engineering, hotel services, culinary, guest relations, and entertainment. Employees work in a multicultural environment where safety, reliability, discretion, and excellent guest experiences are important. As a growing cruise brand, the company offers shipboard career opportunities for qualified technical professionals, often with structured contracts, onboard accommodation, meals, travel to different destinations, and access to professional development. Exact employment conditions, salary, rotation, and benefits vary by position, nationality, vessel, and recruitment agreement.