Crew Cleaner

Role overview

As a Crew Cleaner, you will help keep the onboard crew accommodation and workspaces clean, hygienic, and comfortable. The role demands a sharp eye for detail, consistent sanitation practices, and a strong commitment to creating a safe and pleasant environment for crew members throughout life at sea.

Your work supports crew well-being and morale by ensuring living and shared areas remain tidy, fresh, and welcoming. By maintaining high cleanliness standards, you contribute to a healthy onboard atmosphere and help the team function smoothly.

Impact of the role

Through your daily cleaning efforts, you will directly improve the quality of life for crew members and help reduce hygiene-related risks. Following company procedures and sanitation rules will support a well-organized environment where crew can rest, recharge, and stay focused on delivering excellent guest service.

Your consistency, reliability, and strong work habits will also support onboard efficiency by allowing other crew members to work in a cared-for and well-maintained setting.

What you will do

• Clean and maintain crew living quarters and working areas onboard.
• Follow sanitation standards and cleaning schedules with accuracy and discipline.
• Use cleaning materials, products, and equipment correctly and safely.
• Maintain a consistently high level of hygiene across assigned spaces.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisors in a fast-moving shipboard environment.
• Support a safe, organized, and comfortable onboard setting for crew members.

Experience and background

Prior experience as a cleaner, housekeeper, or in a comparable role is preferred, especially in a cruise ship or hospitality environment. Familiarity with hygiene procedures, cleaning supplies, and maintenance equipment used in living and work areas will be valuable.

Applicants should be able to work efficiently under strict schedules, follow detailed cleaning instructions, and remain attentive to standards even in a busy environment.

Qualifications and essentials

Housekeeping, sanitation, or related qualifications are considered an advantage. Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written, are important for working effectively with team members and supervisors.

The role also requires a dependable work ethic, physical stamina, a strong focus on cleanliness, and a clear commitment to safety, hygiene, and compliance with company and maritime regulations.

Our commitment

MSC Cruises is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values different perspectives, respects individuality, and empowers people to be authentic. The company also focuses on making meaningful, measurable, long-term contributions that positively affect guests, employees, and the planet.

Final note

This opportunity is for someone who takes pride in cleanliness, works well in a team, and wants to contribute to a comfortable onboard life for crew members. If you are ready for a dynamic role at sea, this position offers a chance to be part of a global team with new opportunities.