Hotel Maintenance Fitter for Saga Cruises

We are looking for experienced Hotel Maintenance Fitter ready to join cruise vessel SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY, embarkation ASAP, contract 6 months +/-1, required experienced as such, all valid Certificates.

Safety Duties:

1. Participates in crew safety drills according to instructions.
2. Must always comply with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures.
3. Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others.
4. Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are being used correctly.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

1. Valid STCW certification.
2. Valid ASE Certification A-III/5.
3. Good knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, operation and maintenance of vessel machinery and mechanical equipment.
4. Experience with stripping engines down and rebuilding.
5. Experience on vessels in an equivalent positon.
6. Physically and medically fit.
7. Moral integrity is required.

Language requirements:
Excellent fluent English (verbal, written and technical). English is the working and safety language on board. This also includes the ability to give and receive instructions in verbal and written forms and to effectively and efficiently engage with guests and crew members. Additional languages are considered beneficial.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Required to stand, walk long distances, reaching and sitting. Repetitive motion of bending, going up and down stairs, climbing ladders. Lifting or pushing of up to 50lbs. The position requires overtime work and irregular schedules. Works in the Engine Control Room, Engine spaces with noise, light traffic, distracting environments.

Profile:

1. Punctual.
2. Proactive approach to problem solving.
3. Ability to be flexible, well organised, self managed and motivated.
4. Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly.
5. Safe, professional and personal practices. Well acquainted with VMS and MLC requirements.
6. Well-groomed and neat appearance.
7. Ability to work in confined spaces.
8. Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with cabin mates.
9. Ability to deliver a high standard of technical performance.

Status - Rating.
Salary - Refer to contract.
Rotation - Refer to contract.

Key Responcibilities

The Hotel Maintenance Fitter is to assist the Ships Services Engineer in the completion of their day to day activities including but not limited to;
• Undertaking tasks utilising safe systems of work.
• Completes all detailed maintenance as per the PMS under the guidance of the line manager.
• Where instructed, carries out detailed reporting on the maintenance work carried out.
• Assists the line manager with detailed projects as instructed.
• Ensures all workshops and work areas are in a tidy condition.
• Act as the dedicated repairman for the hotel department
• Ensures all equipment in either the workshops or work sites are operating in a safe manner in line with the company policy in force.
• Other departmental and reasonable tasks as directed.
• Participates in emergency response, safety drills, training & development as directed.
• To assist with the repair of items of equipment in all departments as directed.
• To assist the engine technical staff in projects and tasks as directed by the line manager.

About Saga

Our People are important to us, they are proud of their profession and hold a strong loyalty and affinity to the Saga Cruises brand and deliver a personalised service to our guests.

They lead our ships with a strong sense of purpose that reflects the values and behaviors of the 'Saga Way' They see the world through our guests' eyes and exceed their expectations - nothing is too much trouble!

We support our people in fulfilling their individual potential and ambitions and ensure everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of rank or origin. Working onboard a Saga vessel is like being welcomed into a new family as 'One' Saga'

Our people are proud of their ships and the role they play in making every cruise a success!

Welcome to the world of Boutique-ship cruising with Saga.