Are you ready to shape the standards of our ships and drive impact onboard? Welcome aboard.
“Drive Success, Live your Ambition!”
TRAVELLING HOTEL ASSET:
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Acting as the link between the shoreside Quality & Assurance team and the onboard team, you will monitor the status and standards of all guest and crew areas and assess the feasibility and execution of new projects, from refurbishments to new venues, ensuring Company standards are always met.
Monitor maintenance performance, identify criticalities and drive continuous improvement actions.
Ensure compliance with Company standards across hotel, public and crew areas, safeguarding guest and crew experience.
Coordinate maintenance, refurbishment and construction projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and according to safety and quality requirements.
Foster collaboration between onboard and shoreside teams, promoting Company Values, operational excellence and a culture of continuous feedback.
Support the planning and preparation of job lists for maintenance, repair and transformation works, as well as the organization of the ship’s Dry Docks
WHO YOU ARE
You bring solid technical expertise, ownership and the ability to create impact in complex, multicultural and fast-paced environments.
Required
Degree in Marine Technology, Engineering or Nautical Architecture & Design
Solid experience in maintenance governance, project management and construction management
Knowledge of material science and applications, and of techniques of construction
Strong competencies in data analysis, budgeting & cost control and effective communication
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Autocad and Adobe
Knowledge of Italian and English at C1 level
Knowledge of a third language among French, German, Spanish, Portuguese or Mandarin (at least B2 level)
Nice to have
Background in cruise, hospitality or similar industries managing refurbishment projects and Dry Docks
WHAT WE OFFER
Your contract
Fixed-term, full-time contract onboard moving from ship to ship— typical duration 4–6 months
Meals and accommodation included throughout your contract
Your life onboard:
International experience combining travel, personal development, and independence
Travel & logistics: transport covered (flights/trains) for embarkation, disembarkation, and transfers
Meals & consumption: free daily buffet meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
Discounts on onboard restaurants and bars (with possible daily credit)
Accommodation & services: assigned single cabin with bathroom
Cabin cleaning + free laundry service (crew laundrette and uniforms)
Package delivery service
Connectivity & tools: free internet (250 MB/month) + free WhatsApp text
Discounts on shops, products, hairdresser, and SPA
Wellbeing & health: free medical assistance onboard and ashore
Welfare and wellbeing programs (sports, events, monthly activities)
Leisure time: access to gym, lounge, bar, pool, and solarium for crew
Crew excursions + discounts on guest tours
Family & friends: opportunity to host family/friends (min. 30 days/year after 4 months)
Discover what life onboard looks like: https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-benefits/
Your growth
Structured onboarding + welcome kit
Mentorship program with a dedicated mentor
Learning Officer for skills development and continuous improvement
Development model to identify and promote talented individuals
Learn about our culture and values: https://career.costacrociere.it/explore-your-potential/
WHY COSTA
Our community brings together individuals from different parts of the world, fostering connections and collaboration across cultures, enriched by different perspectives and experiences. We are here to bring happiness and provide unforgettable memories and experiences to our guests.
Costa belongs to the Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise company in the world. We are the only Italian cruise company flying the Italian flag, sailing the world’s seas for more than 75 years, offering our guests a unique experience on board and on land.
We are united by a shared passion: to drive success and live our ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we bring energy, creativity, and a spirit of adventure to everything we do.
Join us and shape the future with Costa
Additional Info
Contract type: fixed-term, full-time, moving from ship to ship— typical duration 4–6 months
Application deadline: 15/10/2026
Estimated time to cover the position: 2 months
Time required to submit the application: approximately 3 minutes
CV Format: PDF, Word or Image format in English or Italian (max 1.5 MB)
E-mail/contact of the recruiting team (not for submitting applications):
[email protected]
Further information: visit our dedicated section Shipside FAQs – Costa Crociere Careers (https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-faqs/)
