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Chief Electrician

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Electrician to join our fleet.

As a Chief Electrician onboard one of our vessels, you play a significant role within our technical team. Leading the team onboard, you will oversee the maintenance of all the electrical equipment through the ship and the engine room. 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.

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

Job description

  • Carry out maintenance and inspection routines on ship electrical fittings
  • Repair and maintenance of all electrical equipment on board
  • Responsible for directing work and safety measures in connection with work on or near low voltage facilities.
  • Assist service personnel from shoreside in cooperation with the chief engineer, set up order of electrical equipment and supplies
  • Collaborate with engineers and fitters in necessary tasks.
  • Follow up on the maintenance programme, including electric motors, ship board systems, arbitration
  • Keeping order and maintaining tidiness in electrical workshops and electric stores
  • Informs the nearest manager about system deviations, so that this can be further processed by the responsible party
  • Responsible for electrical cadets
  • Electrics are the ship's contact with the IT department ashore and shall, with the support of land, ensure that systems work and how they are to be used.
  • Should know the ship's technical IT infrastructure and how the helpdesk/service desk can help in case of deviation.
  • Know about all computer equipment on board and where it fits into the overall picture of the ships operations
  • Know which programs are on board and who has responsibility.
  • The electrician is required to follow the routines, instructions and procedures prepared for this position.

Qualification

  • At least 5 years experience of an Electrician onboard passenger vessels
  • Ship ETO/ Electrician certificate.
  • STCW Advanced Safety Course (IMO80)
  • Engine Room Resource Management
  • Crisis and passenger handling course
  • Valid health certificate for seafarers
  • High voltage electrical course
  • Seamans book
  • Experience of leading teams and managing individuals

Personal qualities

  • Excellent leadership skills, always leading from the front with crew or guests
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work under stressful conditions, managing own time and welfare of others
  • Solution orientated
  • Strong Safety ethos
  • “Can do" attitude

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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