Technical Specifications Superintendent - 7 Month FTC

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 Technical Specifications Superintendent to bring fresh insights and expertise to our department. 

Role Overview 

Join our Maritime team as a Technical Support Specialist, where you will be responsible for providing technical support to the CUK Fleet, specifically relating to the preparation of technical specifications for specialist projects.  

Key Responsibilities:

•    Subject Matter Expert: Act as Carnival UK's expert on the preparation (either in-house or outsourced) of technical specifications for major projects, ensuring commercial value through effective contracting based on sound specifications and technical detail.•    Specialist Support: Provide specialist support for main propulsion plants, diesel generation systems, engineering systems (including steam, cooling, and pipework), general mechanical engineering systems, and energy efficiency technologies.•    Project Planning and Management: Plan, manage, and deliver complex technical projects covering a wide range of technologies and equipment types, both in service and during docking periods.•    Liaison: Maintain close collaboration with internal and external parties, ensuring budget management and effective project completion.•    Asset Management: Work closely with ship teams, regulatory bodies, and suppliers to ensure operational risks are identified and managed effectively, and equipment and vessel availability is maintained to a high level.Collaboration and Values:•    Teamwork: Collaborate with departments, stakeholders, and Global Talent Partners to deliver tasks on time and within budget, while adhering to Carnival UK's core values and cultural essentials.•    Operational Excellence: Develop and implement asset management strategies for engineering and mechanical systems, ensuring continuous improvement and high standards of performance.

This role is positioned at CUK08 level within our organization and is available on a full-time , fixed term 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 higher education qualification in a suitable Technical discipline.•    Experience of preparation of technical specifications to recognised standards.•    Knowledge of SOLAS, Class Rules & applicable Statutory Legislation. 

Qualifications – desirable:•    Engineering Certificate of Competence (CoC)•    Chartered Membership of relevant Professional Institution 

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

Why Join Us? 

Working with us means more than just a role in the maritime industry. Its about being part of a Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers•    Annual bonus •    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. Dont 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.

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About Us

Holidays are one of lifes greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the worlds largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britains rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi-million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people.Our diverse yet tight knit teams share high standards, heartfelt values and passion for our purpose. Our Culture Essentials describe the expectations we have for ourselves and of each other, in building a culture that supports safe, sustainable, compliant operations and celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.Its through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture, that we hope to become Travels Employer of Choice.