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A.W.T. Engine Officer
Role summary
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The A.W.T. Engine Officer supports the safe and efficient operation of the vessel’s engine room and technical systems, working under the direction of senior engineering officers. Requirements typically include a valid marine engineering qualification or Certificate of Competency, STCW certification, an approved seafarer medical certificate, and relevant engine-room experience, preferably on passenger ships. The candidate is expected to stand watches, monitor machinery, carry out inspections and maintenance, respond to alarms and breakdowns, maintain accurate technical records, and follow company safety, environmental, and emergency procedures. Strong teamwork, communication, discipline, physical fitness, and the ability to work under pressure in a multicultural environment 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 MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is a major international cruise company and part of MSC Group, a privately owned global transportation and logistics organization headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The cruise line operates a large fleet serving destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, North America, South America, the Middle East, and other regions. Its ships provide accommodation, dining, entertainment, recreation, and excursion services for guests from around the world. MSC Cruises employs a multinational workforce at sea and ashore, including marine engineers, deck officers, hotel staff, culinary teams, entertainers, and technical specialists. The company places strong emphasis on maritime safety, regulatory compliance, guest service, environmental performance, and professional development. Employment normally involves fixed-term contracts, shared accommodation, onboard meals, medical support, and travel arrangements connected with joining and leaving the vessel.