Electrical Engineer
A bit about the role:
As Electrical Engineer onboard your responsibilities front of house are for the onboard technology supporting guests, crew, and the shipboard administration with all IT/OT related tasks. A major part of the daily operation is to support the Expedition Team with AV and media solutions. Back of house responsibilities are to assist and support the R&M for technical, machinery and bridge equipment.
The ETO/E reports to the Chief Electrician and is the extended arm of the landside IT/OT department which includes finding solution through problem solving and special project support.
You will be responsible for always ensuring that the activities are carried out in an efficient, safe and secure manner making sure that the work is completed to a high standard and the guest experience is not impacted.
You will act as a role model, be a leader for the future, an inclusive team player who is able to coach and support your team.
Skills & Requirements
Key responsibilities
- Shipboard first point of contact for in all IT related topics.
- Support the Chief Electrician in all electrical related topics across the ship.
- R&M of the shipboard Low Voltage areas including instruments.
- Execution of tracking of planned and unplanned maintenance.
- Support and execute electrical equipment overhaul.
- Manage and maintain all shipboard audio and video media equipment and cabling.
- Manage, maintain, and operate special Cineflex gyro camera, and Wi-Fi extension hardware and software.
- Ensure onboard media & entertainment systems are used effectively.
- Train and support the Expedition staff in technical setup of inside and on-deck presentations.
- Provide IT information and training to crew based on need, request and information provided by the shore-side support team.
- Support guest and crew with device set up as needed.
- Manage Bazeport channels including channel set-up and uploading of content (in cooperation with shore-side team)
- Coordinate and/or perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implement file backups, and configure systems and applications.
- Leading work and assist vendors and service personnel as required.
- Assist the Chief Officer in cyber security matters.
Qualifications
- At least 3 years experience as an Electronic Engineer / 1st ETO onboard cruise or expedition ships
- Ship ETO/ Electrician license
- STCW Advanced Safety Course (IMO80)
Personal qualities
- Good communication skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under stressful conditions, managing own time and welfare of others
- Solution orientated
- Strong Safety ethos
- “Can do" attitude
Great Place to Work
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Passionate Explorers - We are proud of our history and are driven to create more.
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‘Can-Do’ Mindset - We jump-in and proactively contribute to the greater good.
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Supportive and Collaborative Teams - We are curious and generous with our knowledge. We Trust.
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Genuine Interactions - We want all people to be their true selves.
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Humble Leadership - We have a short distance between leaders and teams.
About the company
Since 1896, HX have championed sustainability in the expedition cruise sector. From launching the world’s first battery-hybrid expedition cruise ships to banishing heavy fuel oil and single use plastics from our fleet. We are at the forefront of driving sustainable practices in expedition cruises that prioritise greener travel.
For nearly 130 years we have been committed to continuously improving what we do for our guests but also for the people we work with.
We are a group of explorers who want to seek out the very best journeys for our guests but also for ourselves. We take our guests on big life-changing adventures, from the stunning wilderness of the Arctic to the incredible creatures on the Galápagos Islands all on our purpose-built expedition ships. Our HX fleet explore hundreds of destinations in over 30 countries across 5 continents.
Our ambition is strong and lofty – we want to become the number one sustainable expedition brand in the world. But we recognise we need passionate explorers, with can-do mindsets, humble leadership skills which bring people together for genuine interactions in a supportive and collaborative way.
As a newly branded company built on a 130-years heritage, HX is at an exciting new chapter and as we embark on this new journey, we believe your skills and passion could thrive. We are looking for talented explorers who want to join us on our exciting expedition to growth and success. This could include travelling and working in amazing HX hubs both on sea and land. From our impressive new Headquarters in London to our state-of-the-art Customer Service Centre just opened in Prague as well as various offices across Europe, the US and APAC.
One thing you’ll find whether on sea or land is a group of people, all connected with the same mindset and purpose - we want to explore more, champion sustainability and become the world’s very best expedition cruise operator.
Stacey Marlow | Contact Person
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