Head of Shipbuilding
MSC Cruises ·
ppWhere passion meets opportunity /ppThe best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail! /ph3Your Purpose /h3pThe Head of Shipbuilding is responsible for the effective organization and management of vessels under construction; overseeing the full ship construction process across all operational and technical aspects.
The role ensures that contractual obligations, company quality standards, and operational requirements, as defined within the ship’s technical specifications, are consistently met by the shipyard and its suppliers. In addition, the Head of Shipbuilding provides operational leadership and is accountable for the day-to-day supervision and management of all personnel deployed on site office. /ph3Your Impact /h3ulliOversees and monitors the entire ship construction process, from steel cut to delivery, ensuring adherence to the shipbuilding contract /liliCarries out periodic technical inspections of vessels under construction to verify compliance with: /liliSafety requirements /liliInsulation standards /liliClass, Flag, and applicable international Regulations /liliMonitors and verifies the quality of materials and workmanship, reporting findings to the relevant technical departments /liliEnsures that complete and updated sets of specifications, standards, drawings, and reference documents are available on site for all projects and visiting personnel /liliProactively monitors construction progress, identifying risks, delays, or deviations that may affect delivery, and reports them to the Director of Site Offices /liliPrepares and issues regular weekly progress and risk reports, if requested, to the senior management /liliArranges meetings with the shipyard upon request of the technical office to address any matters related to the construction process /liliLiaises with Clients technical departments and Shipyard management to define and monitor corrective actions related to identified non-conformities /liliIn coordination with the New Building Technical dept. proposes and reviews potential design or functional improvements /liliHighlights opportunities for design, construction, or process improvements for future vessels /liliSupports final inspections, harbour trials, sea trials, delivery procedures, factory tests and handover documentation /liliEnsures constructive and professional relationships with the shipyard, subcontractors, suppliers, and classification societies /li /ulh3Your Journey so far /h3ulliNaval Architecture or other engineering disciplines with a technical focus applicable to shipbuilding /liliExtensive leadership experience in large-scale shipyard construction activities and project management /liliProficiency with the use of Microsoft Office (including Excel, MS Word, MS Project or equivalent and PowerPoint) /liliSolid knowledge of Marine Rules, as well as international standards and regulations /liliStrong competence in reviewing new-building technical specifications and drawings, ensuring accurate interpretation of engineering documentation to support decision-making and execution /liliGood analytical skills, attention to detail and a proactive ‘can do’ attitude /liliExcellent leadership and people management skills; excellent attention to details /liliAvailability to work long hours under pressure, including weekends when required.
Moderate travel is expected /li /ulh3Your Essentials /h3pThe existing right ot live and work in Italy. /ppThis opportunity offers a gross annual salary range of €95,000 to €105,000, depending on experience and relevant expertise, alongside a competitive package of additional benefits. /ph3Our commitment /h3pWe are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet. /p /p