Electrical Technical Operations Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10145966 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Disney Cruise Line Date posted Mar. 31, 2026Job Summary:
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
Assists with departmental budgets for areas of responsibilities.
Liaison with USCG, classification societies,, and USPH for areas of responsibility.
Oversees compliance with technical aspects of applicable Flag State, Port State, international, and classification society resolutions and requirements, including CSM.
Oversees maintenance of specified ships and private resorts and proper documentation in company-approved maintenance system.
Provides the continuous availability ashore for shipboard support for Electrical Systems, Machinery Alarm and Control Systems, Navigation Equipment and Telecommunication Systems.
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.
Maintains Electrical and related operational standards for the Engineering department.
Sees that corrective and preventive action is taken on issues within area of responsibility.
Maintains shore-based library of technical information about each vessel in the fleet.
Carries out ship walks including Vessel Assessments and SQS Architectural Lighting.
Approves, maintains and verifies compliance with LOG policies and procedures in onboard departments for which responsible.
Safety Management System (SMS) Responsibilities:
Implementation of the general safety management responsibilities in SMS.
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.
Responsible for Maintenance and repairs of Satellite Systems throughout the Disney Cruise Line® Fleet.
Provides shore-based assistance for Masters and their Officers to maintain safe ship operations.
Maintains regular communication with Chief Engineers and Chief Electrical Engineers on issues within area of responsibility.
Run monthly status reports on overdue maintenance including key equipment.
Coordinates with Marine Operations ongoing and planned matters relevant to Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and other radio communications.
Coordinated with Marine Nautical Operations ongoing and planned matters relevant to Electronic aids to Navigation.
Provide technical support to Entertainment, Disney Cruise Line Telecom, Disney Cruise Line Technology, Safety, Security and Environmental Policy and Compliance.
Supports dry-docks for marine and technical machinery control systems.
Participates in Monthly Meetings for key equipment vendors
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
At least five years of experience in sea‑going operations and/or ship management within marine or industrial engineering.
Demonstrated experience with Hazardous areas installations and operations.
Strong understanding of electrical distribution, control systems, and automation including maintenance practices.
Experience interpreting and applying Flag State, Port State, classification society, and international maritime regulations.
Ability to manage vendors, contractors, and technical teams.
Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for shipboard electrical, navigation, and telecommunication systems.
Strong communication skills with ability to interface with shipboard and shoreside stakeholders
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, including supporting dry‑docks and vessel inspections.
Proficiency with maintenance management systems (e.g., CMMS).
Strong documentation and compliance reporting skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience working within the cruise industry.
Professional training in maritime Regulations.
Education
Relevant Electrical Engineering Degree; or equivalent working experience.
About Disney Cruise Line:
A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard our growing fleet of ships and Disney’s island destinations in The Bahamas, our exceptional crew and cast members provide legendary Disney service and enchanting entertainment to our guests that only Disney can deliver.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Magical Cruise Company, Limited, which is part of a business we call Disney Cruise Line.
Magical Cruise Company, Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.