Travelling Paint Maintenance Expert - Riding Team - Onboard.

Introduction

Carnival Maritime: Where maritime excellence thrives!

We are a proud member of Carnival Corporation, responsible for the maritime operations of AIDA Cruises and Costa Crociere.

Founded in 2015, Carnival Maritime is dedicated to enhancing communication between ship and shore. We are committed to strengthening collaboration and cross-functional coordination with our brands.

Our Hamburg-based team comprises a diverse group of professionals with expertise in Marine and Technical operations, HESS, and Technical Procurement.

Our employees create an open, rich, and vibrant working environment through their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

As part of Carnival Corporation, we honour the integrity of every ocean we sail, embedding this commitment in everything we do. Anchored in safety, efficiency, and innovation, we empower our brands to meet the highest standards and deliver unforgettable journeys.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct onboard inspections of external ship structures, open decks, balcony areas, LSA cranes/ davits/ launching appliances and weather-exposed steel surfaces to assess coating conditions, identify corrosion, and verify compliance with company standards.
• Prepare inspection reports with technical findings, risk assessments, photographic documentation, and practical corrective action recommendations.
• Deliver onboard practical and classroom training on surface preparation, corrosion prevention, paint application techniques, coating inspection, and quality control.
• Support shipboard management in developing paint maintenance and preservation plans, identifying priorities, and improving long-term asset preservation.
• Promote fleet-wide coating standards and best practices while collaborating with shipboard teams, coating manufacturers. Suppliers, shipyards, and shore-based technical departments.
• Analyze coating performance, recurring defects, and maintenance effectiveness to drive continuous improvement across the fleet.
• Perform other duties as assigned while complying with Carnival policies, procedures, and HESS requirements.

Your Profile

Education:

• Bachelors degree or Technical Diploma in Marine Engineer, Coating Technology, Surface Protection, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent marine industry experience will also be considered.

Professional & Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years of practical experience in marine coating and preservation
• Previous experience as Paint Supervisor, Marine Preservation Specialist, Coating Inspector, Paint Foreman, or similar.
• Experience working onboard cruise ships or commercial vessels is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of corrosion control, coating systems, surface preparation, and quality assurance.

Professional Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of marine coating systems and international coating standards.
• Ability to diagnose coating failures and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Excellent report writing and technical documentation skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel extensively and work independently onboard multiple vessels.

Certifications:

Preferred certifications include:

• NACE Coating Inspector (Level 1 or above)
• FROSIO Coating Inspector
• SSPC Protective Coatings Specialist
• MEWP/ Cherry Picker

Competencies:

• Strong leadership and coating skills
• Excellent communication and presentations abilities
• High attention to detail
• Problem-solving and decision -making capability
• Ability to work in multicultural environment
• Customer-focused mindset
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential for effectively interacting with onboard and shore-based colleagues.

We Offer

• 30 days of holidays per year
• Flexible working hours & the possibility to work from home for up to three days per week, providing a healthy work-life balance and increased convenience
• The flexibility of working remotely for up to 10 days a year across Europe
• The opportunity to work with international experts from more than 40 nationalities in a dynamic and vibrant team, fostering a working environment that promotes Speaking Up, Respecting and Protecting, Improving, Communicating, Listening, Learning, and Empowerment.
• Cruises at exclusive discounted prices for all employees, and additionally their family & friends (as from 6 months seniority)
• Exclusive employee benefits and access to corporate perks and offers
• Employers contribution to ProfiTicket for local transport
• Diverse learning and development possibilities, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skills in our organization
• Participation in the company pension scheme (starting in your third-year seniority)
• Free use of the pool bicycles for leisurely strolls during your lunch break or weekends
• A modern headquarters located in the heart of the HafenCity, an innovative urban district that embraces its proximity to the Elbe River