
Electrical Technical Operations Manager
About the role
Job Posting Title:
Electrical Technical Operations Manager:
Req ID:
10145966
Job Description:
Position Summary
Under the oversight of the Manager Electrical Technical Operations, responsible for all electrical and maintenance aspects of company’s fleet and Island.
Responsibilities
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Assists with departmental budgets for areas of responsibilities.
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Liaison with USCG, classification societies,, and USPH for areas of responsibility.
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Oversees compliance with technical aspects of applicable Flag State, Port State, international, and classification society resolutions and requirements, including CSM.
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Oversees maintenance of specified ships and private resorts and proper documentation in company-approved maintenance system.
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Provides the continuous availability ashore for shipboard support for Electrical Systems, Machinery Alarm and Control Systems, Navigation Equipment and Telecommunication Systems.
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Manages vendors, onboard teams and installation technicians to see that Company standards are maintained during installation or repair of system components in area of responsibility.
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Maintains Electrical and related operational standards for the Engineering department.
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Sees that corrective and preventive action is taken on issues within area of responsibility.
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Maintains shore-based library of technical information about each vessel in the fleet.
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Carries out ship walks including Vessel Assessments and SQS Architectural Lighting.
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Approves, maintains and verifies compliance with LOG policies and procedures in onboard departments for which responsible.
Safety Management System (SMS) Responsibilities:
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Implementation of the general safety management responsibilities in SMS.
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Responsible for implementing Safety Management System policies and procedures relative to areas of responsibilities. Makes sure the operating procedures pertaining to both shipboard and shore-based Technical operating practices are in place and functioning in compliance with the SMS.
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Responsible for Maintenance and repairs of Satellite Systems throughout the Disney Cruise Line® Fleet.
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Provides shore-based assistance for Masters and their Officers to maintain safe ship operations.
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Maintains regular communication with Chief Engineers and Chief Electrical Engineers on issues within area of responsibility.
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Run monthly status reports on overdue maintenance including key equipment.
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Coordinates with Marine Operations ongoing and planned matters relevant to Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and other radio communications.
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Coordinated with Marine Nautical Operations ongoing and planned matters relevant to Electronic aids to Navigation.
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Provide technical support to Entertainment, Disney Cruise Line Telecom, Disney Cruise Line Technology, Safety, Security and Environmental Policy and Compliance.
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Supports dry-docks for marine and technical machinery control systems.
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Participates in Monthly Meetings for key equipment vendors
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Assists and keeps the Executive Director Technical Operations and Senior Manager Electrical Technical Operations informed of ongoing and planned matters relevant to issues and materials in the SMS.
Required Qualifications
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At least five years of experience in sea‑going operations and/or ship management within marine or industrial engineering.
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Demonstrated experience with Hazardous areas installations and operations.
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Strong understanding of electrical distribution, control systems, and automation including maintenance practices.
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Experience interpreting and applying Flag State, Port State, classification society, and international maritime regulations.
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Ability to manage vendors, contractors, and technical teams.
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Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for shipboard electrical, navigation, and telecommunication systems.
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Strong communication skills with ability to interface with shipboard and shoreside stakeholders
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Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, including supporting dry‑docks and vessel inspections.
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Proficiency with maintenance management systems (e.g., CMMS).
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Strong documentation and compliance reporting skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Demonstrated experience working within the cruise industry.
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Professional training in maritime Regulations.
Education
- Relevant Electrical Engineering Degree; or equivalent working experience.
Job Posting Segment:
DCL Shoreside
Job Posting Primary Business:
DCL Operations
Primary Job Posting Category:
Electrical Equipment Engineering:
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Celebration, FL, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-03-31
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