Accommodation Refurbishment Technician

As Ship Service Refurbishment Technician, you are responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining interior fixtures, fittings, furnishings, and related equipment on board Stena Line vessels. The role ensures all refurbishment work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, international standards, and applicable maritime regulations.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Perform general maintenance, installation, repair, and upkeep of materials and equipment across vessel accommodation and public areas.
• Build, repair, and refurbish interior structures such as cabinets, doors, flooring, wet units, galleys, bulkheads, and other fixtures and fittings.
• Maintain and repair furniture and installations within, but not limited to:
  • All accommodation areas and Public spaces.
  • Restrooms
  • Crew rooms and Crew areas
• Carry out repairs involving carpets, tiles, ceilings, and light steelwork.
• Remove and reinstall ceilings and bulkheads as required to access piping, electrical systems, or other infrastructure.
• Ensure all materials, tools, and equipment are properly handled, stored, and maintained.
• Keep the Accommodation Refurbishment Lead and wider team fully informed of progress, issues, and any matters requiring attention.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments, suppliers, and onboard teams to complete refurbishment tasks safely and efficiently.

Who you are

At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, our behaviors welcoming, caring and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.

Qualifications:

• Appropriate certifications as required by maritime regulations and company standards.
• Strong technical understanding of carpentry, woodwork, general maintenance, and repair practices.
• Previous experience in a similar technical role onboard passengers’ vessels.
• Proven experience as a fitter working on interior installations for cruise ships, yachts, or comparable marine refurbishment projects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• High attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability in a shipboard environment.
• Effective communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all relevant procedures and regulations.

You will be working with multiple vendors, suppliers and partners and collaborate with internal departments, including Safety & Security and other operational stakeholders.

Please note that regular travel and time onboard vessels are required.

We will support you to get all necessary documentation and arrange all trainings, if needed.

Interested? 

This is a position for our Fleet Operations team on the basis of contract of employment. We are having an ongoing selection, so do not wait with your application.

More information about this position available in the office.

Please note that due to GDPR we do not accept applications via e-mail or postal service.

If you have any questions regarding the position or the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Natalia Sienkiewicz, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, [email protected]. 

Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. 

About Stena Line

As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 6,100 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, all actively support the daily business. 

Our purpose is to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling business to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends, and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.

We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.