Cruise Ship Employment UK

For those looking for cruise ship employment, UK companies may be an unexplored option. If you wish to break into the cruise industry, consider going abroad. The opportunity is certainly worth a good look.

Imagine working on the QMII.

On any cruise ship, there is a diverse mix of nationalities. Crew members come from all over the world and on board US ships, you're sure to find a few individuals from the United Kingdom. With this said, why not expand your job search to the UK?

You'll find that UK ships are very similar to their US counterparts. In fact, they're nearly identical, as all cruise ships aim to offer the same standards in service and accommodations.

If you are hired for a UK assignment, one of the greatest perks is your port of departure: Southampton. This busy port is home to a number of companies, including P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Ocean Village. From Southampton, you'll travel to popular ports of call in northern Europe and the British Isles, such as:

• North Cape
• Norway (Bergen, the Fjords)
• Iceland
• The Mediterranean
• The Canary Islands
• The Baltic States (St. Petersburg, Estonia)
• Ireland
• Scotland

If you have always dreamed of visiting Europe, cruise ship employment UK style might just be your ticket to ride.

Life on board a UK ship is very similar to a US one. The accommodations are modest and the hours are long, but you receive free room and board. You also get to travel to exotic destinations, as well as become as familiar with the area as a local.

Keep in mind that landing a cruise job is difficult, in any country. You'll want to stand out as much as possible with a resume and cover letter that are specific and memorable. Research the cruise company, as well as the job position you are applying for. Then, create a resume that highlights your qualifications for the particular job you want.

In general, cruise companies consider skills and experience, but they also put a lot of stock in a potential employee's personality. If you're an outgoing, enthusiastic, high-energy sort of person, you'll have an advantage in the selection process. As competitive as the cruise industry is, it's important to stand out and be noticed.

A cruise ship is like a floating resort and anything that a hotel would need, so too does a ship. For much of the voyage, passengers rely entirely on the crew. Vessels can easily staff crews of more than 1,000, and each person has a vital role to ensure smooth sailing. The main departments are:

• Deck and Engineering
• Service and Hospitality
• Entertainment
• Personal Care

Some popular cruise ship jobs include:

Chief Purser: Handles all of the money on board the ship; the ship's banker at sea.

Port Lecturer: Imparts information about the ports prior to arrival.

Chief Officer: Assists the Staff Captain with duties pertaining to the maintenance and external condition of the vessel.

First Assistant Engineer: In charge of supervision and training of the engine room.

Wine Steward: An on-board sommelier, helping passengers with wine selections.

Room Manager: Ensuring that all guest rooms meet passenger needs.

Fitness Instructor: Provides instruction for the ship's 24-hour fitness facility.

Ready to go abroad? If so, start by researching UK companies, like P&O Cruises, and find out which are hiring. Also, visit websites specializing in the cruise industry, such as CruiseLinesJobs.com, which not only lists job vacancies, but also helps in identifying cruise job scams.

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