Pathways into HSE roles on cruise ships

[u/Crazy_Scientist7274]

Hi everyone,

I’m finishing my NEBOSH International Diploma and currently work as a Safety Officer in manufacturing. I want to move into safety on cruise ships, but from what I’ve seen most Safety Officers come from a deck officer background with sea time and STCW training.

Since I don’t have that experience yet, I’m wondering if there are other HSE roles onboard that could be good stepping stones. For example, Safety Trainer, Assistant Safety, or health and safety roles within hotel or crew operations. Or is Safety Officer usually the only option?

I’d love to hear from anyone who has worked in safety at sea or knows how the career structure works.

Thanks in advance 🙏

[u/Rawr_Boo]

I’m also interested in this as part of my retirement plan