Cruise ship jobs in Morocco
OceanHire is a Moroccan recruitment platform that connects candidates from Tangier to Agadir with cruise lines and maritime employers worldwide.
Morocco has a long tradition of hospitality, and Moroccan crew are valued on board for their languages — Arabic, Tamazight, French, often Spanish and English — and their sense of service. Hotels in Marrakech and Agadir, restaurants in Casablanca and the ports of Tangier and Agadir give Moroccan candidates exactly the experience cruise lines look for.
OceanHire was founded in Morocco by a casino manager with more than ten years of experience on cruise ships and in land-based casinos, to give Moroccan candidates a direct, transparent route to jobs at sea: one profile, honest advice on documents and STCW training, and introductions to employers who are hiring.
Morocco
Cruise ship jobs by city in Morocco
How it works
From your CV to your first contract
Create your profile
Add your positions, languages and STCW certificates and upload your CV. It takes a few minutes.
Screening & matching
We check your profile and documents and match you with cruise lines and maritime employers.
Interview & join the ship
Online interview, medical, visas and training — then you sign on and join your ship.
Departments
Cruise ship jobs by department
Casino
The casino team runs the table games and slot machines on board. Dealers, slot…
Guest Services
Guest services is the ship’s front desk: welcoming guests, solving problems, handling onboard accounts…
Shore Excursions
The shore excursions team sells and organises tours in every port, briefs guests and…
Restaurant
Restaurant teams serve thousands of meals a day, from buffets to fine dining. Assistant…
Bar & Beverages
Bartenders, bar waiters, baristas and sommeliers run the lounges, pool bars and cafés on…
Galley (Kitchen)
The galley is the ship’s kitchen. Commis chefs, chefs de partie, sous chefs, bakers,…
Provisions
The provisions team receives, stores and issues all food and supplies. Storekeepers and provision…
Housekeeping
Cabin stewards, public area cleaners, laundry staff and housekeeping supervisors keep cabins and public…
Entertainment & Activities
Hosts, activity staff, DJs, musicians, technicians and youth staff create the atmosphere on board,…
Photo & Media
Photographers and videographers capture guests’ holidays and sell photo packages on board. A good…
Spa & Wellness
Massage therapists, beauty therapists, hairstylists and spa receptionists work in the ship’s spa. Recognised…
Sport & Fitness
Fitness instructors and personal trainers run the gym, classes and sports activities for guests.
Retail
Sales associates and shop managers run the onboard boutiques: jewellery, watches, fragrances and souvenirs.…
Deck
Officers, bosuns, able seamen and ordinary seamen navigate the ship, handle mooring and maintain…
Engine & Technical
Engineers, electricians, fitters, plumbers, HVAC and refrigeration technicians keep a floating city running. Technical…
Medical
Doctors and nurses run the ship’s medical centre for guests and crew. Emergency experience…
IT
IT officers and technicians look after networks, onboard systems, Wi-Fi and crew devices.
Management
Hotel directors, F&B managers, HR and department heads lead teams of hundreds. Previous cruise…
Administration
Crew administrators, accountants and HR assistants handle contracts, payroll, documents and crew welfare on…
Land-Based
Shoreside roles in recruitment, crewing, operations and sales support the fleet from offices and…
STCW
What you need to work on a cruise ship
- A valid passport
- A CV in English and good spoken English
- STCW basic safety training (we explain it on our STCW page)
- A recognised seafarer medical certificate
- The visas your cruise line asks for — often a US C1/D visa, applied for after your offer
Latest cruise ship jobs
New positions are added regularly. Create your profile now and we will contact you as soon as a matching role opens.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get a cruise ship job from Morocco?
Create a free profile on OceanHire, upload your CV in English and choose the positions you want. We check your documents and introduce you to cruise lines and maritime employers that are hiring.
Do I need experience to work on a cruise ship?
Many entry-level roles — assistant waiter, galley utility, cabin steward — accept hotel or restaurant experience on land. Supervisory and officer roles require previous cruise or sea experience.
Is it free to register?
Yes. Creating your OceanHire profile and applying for jobs is free.
Do I need to speak English?
Yes. English is the working language on board. Arabic, French, Spanish, Italian or German are a real advantage with international guests.
What is STCW and do I need it?
STCW is the international standard for seafarer training. Almost every crew member needs at least the STCW basic safety training before joining a ship. Our STCW page explains the courses.
Ready to start your career at sea?
Registering is free. Our team reviews every profile and contacts you about matching roles.