Sports Staff – Cruise Ship (Worldwide)

About the role

Join a leading cruise line as a Sports Staff member and deliver a vibrant, active experience for guests on some of the world’s largest ships. You will manage and participate in a wide range of sports and recreational activities, ensuring safety, fun, and high-quality service throughout the voyage.

Key responsibilities

• Interact continuously with guests, hosting adult and family recreational programs.
• Serve as Master of Ceremonies for Sports Deck activities and Vitality programs.
• Issue, demonstrate, and supervise use of equipment such as climbing wall, Flowrider, in‑line skates, golf simulator, volleyball, basketball, ping‑pong, and shuffleboard.
• Lead Vitality classes, organize tournaments, and act as MC when required.
• Enforce safety rules, respond to emergencies, and monitor guest performance.
• Assemble/disassemble equipment, conduct inventory checks, and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean, orderly Sports Deck and update daily activity boards.
• Handle guest complaints professionally and follow up to resolution.
• Prepare activity reports using onboard computer systems.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and mandatory rehearsals.

Required profile

• Minimum one year recent experience as a physical‑fitness or recreational‑sports instructor in resorts, sports facilities, or similar environments.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Strong customer‑service orientation and ability to work in a multicultural, fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Climbing wall operation
• Flowrider equipment handling
• Golf simulator operation
• In‑line skating supervision
• Spotlight equipment operation for production shows

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on world‑class cruise ships traveling worldwide.
• Dynamic, guest‑focused environment with diverse team members.
• Professional development and training in entertainment and sports programming.