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Ship Fitter

Moss Point, MS · On-site

$30/hr

A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include: * Medical/Prescription * Dental Coverage * Vision Coverage * Short Term Disability ...

... ship. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Build and maintain end-to-end deployment pipelines for AI-powered applications, including artifact builds, environment promotion, rollback, and ...

... ship. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Build and maintain end-to-end deployment pipelines for AI-powered applications, including artifact builds, environment promotion, rollback, and ...

... Ship Manager reporting to the Director, Fleet Technical. This is a land-based position that will ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Responsible for overall day-to-day management of assigned ...

... Ship Manager reporting to the Director, Fleet Technical. This is a land-based position that will ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Responsible for overall day-to-day management of assigned ...

Ship Preparation Lead

Georgetown, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Ship Preparation Lead Total Site Solutions (TSS) Georgetown, TX ., is seeking a result driven Ship ... Leadership and communication skills are essential for managing the preparation team and liaising ...

Job Purpose Perform final inspection tasks to ensure batteries are qualified to ship Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Read and understand bill of materials, prints, and production orders

Job Purpose Perform final inspection tasks to ensure batteries are qualified to ship Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Read and understand bill of materials, prints, and production orders

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How much do ship essential jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for ship essential in the United States is $17.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ship Essential vs Ship Steward?

AspectShip EssentialShip Steward
CertificationsBasic safety and maritime certificationsFood safety, hospitality, and customer service certifications
Work EnvironmentDeck or cargo areas, operational rolesPassenger areas, hospitality services
Industry UsageShipping, logistics, cargo transportPassenger ships, cruise lines, ferries
Job FocusOperational tasks, safety complianceGuest services, hospitality, cleanliness

Ship Essential roles focus on operational and safety tasks related to cargo and vessel operation, while Ship Steward positions emphasize passenger service and hospitality. Both roles are vital in maritime industries but serve different functions based on environment and responsibilities.

What are Ship Essential jobs?

Ship Essential jobs refer to roles that are critical for the operation, safety, and maintenance of ships. These positions include crew members such as engineers, navigators, and deckhands, as well as support staff ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient ship operations. Without these essential workers, ships would not be able to function safely or deliver goods and passengers. The term is often used to distinguish vital maritime positions from non-essential or support roles.

What are some common challenges faced by Ship Essential crew members during long voyages?

Ship Essential crew members often encounter challenges such as adapting to extended periods at sea, maintaining effective communication with a diverse team, and ensuring the continuous operation of critical ship systems. Managing fatigue and maintaining morale during long shifts are also key aspects of the job. Crew members typically rely on strong teamwork and problem-solving skills to address unexpected technical or operational issues, ensuring that the vessel runs smoothly and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Ship Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ship Engineer, you need a solid background in marine engineering principles, mechanical systems, and a relevant engineering degree or maritime certification. Familiarity with shipboard machinery, engine monitoring systems, and compliance with international maritime regulations is crucial. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are key soft skills for managing maintenance and responding to emergencies. These abilities ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a vessel at sea.
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Infographic showing various Ship Essential job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,272 per year, or $17.4 per hour.
Manager, Onboard Marketing Operations

Manager, Onboard Marketing Operations

Royal Caribbean Group

Miami, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Royal Caribbean Group rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 9 rated cruise lines


Job description

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our incredible team of employees at Royal Caribbean Group. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.
We are proud to be the vacation-industry leader with global brands - including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises - the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests.
Royal Caribbean Group's Celebrity Marketing Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Manager, Onboard Marketing Operations reporting to the Director, Integrated Marketing.
This position will be working onsite from Miami.
Position Summary:
The Manager, Onboard Marketing Operations leads the execution and governance of all guest-facing onboard marketing across the fleet. This role partners closely with hotel operations, and shipboard teams to ensure marketing is consistent, up to date, and compliant with brand standards and guidelines across the fleet. The Manager oversees the execution of all onboard marketing, from day-to-day collateral (e.g., Celebrity Today, digital signage) to new activities and experiences (e.g., new restaurants, new venues), including ship-refurbishment dry docks and new-build take-outs. The Manager is also responsible for developing and overseeing implementation and audit processes. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity and consistency of the brand across various touchpoints on the ship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the execution and maintenance of all onboard marketing to ensure consistency across the fleet.
  • Work with the Manager, Onboard Marketing Strategy to ensure new marketing is executed flawlessly and maintained consistently.
  • Work with hotel operations, onboard revenue, and shipboard teams to make day-to-day updates as needed to signage, menus, and other collateral.
  • Develop and implement processes with onboard digital content managers to manage content. Find ways to optimize efficiency through new tools and AI.
  • Ensure all guest-facing communications comply with brand standards and guidelines.
  • Ensure a cohesive, perpetual audit process is in place to maintain consistency in brand standards across onboard marketing.
  • Support the execution of marketing to generate, increase, and engage consumer awareness of existing or new onboard offerings or experiences delivered through external partners or the internal product development team.
  • Drive awareness and results for new products to increase onboard revenue across all channels by closely overseeing and managing the marketing execution process.
  • Participate in ship-refurbishment dry docks and new-build take-outs, ensuring onboard signage and marketing are accurate, current, and on brand.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field required.
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience in marketing communications, brand operations, or hotel operations environments, with a proven record of launching products and experiences across multiple channels and/or multi-unit locations (e.g., fleet, hospitality, retail, entertainment).
  • Skills & Abilities:
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate strategy into clear, actionable execution guidance.
    • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality.
    • Familiarity with brand guidelines and compliance requirements.
    • Highly organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, with strong operational follow-through and quality control.
    • Demonstrated ability to build and sustain governance, audit, and continuous-improvement processes that drive standardization and consistency.
    • Proficient at managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously across ships/locations, timelines, and stakeholders.
    • Team-oriented leader with strong cross-functional partnership skills across brand, operations, shipboard teams, product, and revenue functions in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
    • Ability to build strong, sustainable relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, influencing without authority when needed.
    • Expertise in planning, briefing, and end-to-end execution management (intake, timelines, approvals, production, installation, validation) for guest-facing communications and onboard marketing.
    • Experience managing business partnerships and vendors, including production oversight (e.g., print/signage), deliverables tracking, and service-level follow-up.
    • Demonstrated ability to operationalize marketing strategy into repeatable standards and tools (guidelines, templates, checklists) that enable consistent fleetwide execution.
    • Strong presentation and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to align diverse teams on priorities, approvals, and brand standards.
    • Track record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs on time and within budget, with measurable outcomes (engagement, adoption, and/or revenue).

We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon!
It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.

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