Job Description

Carnival UK is a leading name in the UK cruising sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests across all our brands. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation within the Maritime Team here at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Technical Superintendent  to bring fresh insights and expertise to our department. 

Role Overview

Join Carnival UK and help shape the future of technical excellence across our iconic fleet.

We’re looking for a Technical Superintendent (spec writing) to join our Maritime team, responsible for delivering expert technical support across the Carnival UK Fleet. This pivotal role focuses on the development and management of detailed technical specifications for refits and major maintenance projects, ensuring our ships operate safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

As a subject matter expert, you will survey our ships and draft technical specifications for system replacements and upgrades. Working across a wide range of systems including propulsion, diesel generation, mechanical and energy efficiency technologies. You’ll liaise closely with ship teams, regulatory bodies, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure we have accurate and correct specifications that can be provided to vendors to quote from. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and delivering high-quality technical specifications for refit and maintenance activities.

• Ensuring compliance with SOLAS, IMO, Flag, Class, and corporate regulations.

• Supporting procurement activities with clear and commercially sound technical documentation.

• Visiting vessels whilst in service and in dock to liaise with crew members on system requirements and inspect condition first hand.

This role is positioned at CUK07 level within our organization and is available on a full-time permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring:

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a technical, or engineering discipline.
• Proven experience preparing technical specifications for complex engineering systems.
• Thorough knowledge of marine approved materials and technologies. E.g Georg Fischer, Armaflex, LORO.
• Expert knowledge of reading and marking up drawings, to include GA’s and P&ID’s.
• Strong understanding of ship systems and maritime regulations (SOLAS, Class Rules, etc.).
• Excellent communication and project leadership skills, with the ability to engage across all levels.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to get hands dirty, to take measurements and draft drawings, to then return to the office and write up formally. 
• Ability to create and organise a library of technical specifications that can be referenced and used as a basis for future routine works. 

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Engineering Certificate of Competence (CoC).
• Experience working on ship repair and installation projects for a minimum of 5 years.
• Experience in selected systems and materials for suitable application. To include liaising with OEM’s on their manufactured equipment for proposed use.
• Experience using modelling software is desirable (e.g  AutoCAD and point cloud).

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about the maritime industry and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. 

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in the maritime industry. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Annual bonus 
• Car Allowance 
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Employee-led networks
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Life Assurance
• Parental and adoption leave
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
• A friendly welcome with help settling in

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Recruitment Journey

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