SIMONE BACCINO
Brattvåg
Profilo professionale
Maritime electrical officer with 14+ years’ experience across maritime industry, such as new build vessel in construction (Offshore and cruise) on dry/wet-dock and chief electrician onboard cruise ship. Proven record in maintenance of HV/LV power systems, propulsion & automation, navigation , hotel area with a focus on class regulations, delivering multiple vessels on time and within budget. Adept at reducing downtime, optimizing preventive maintenance, and achieving cost savings without compromising safety or performance. Skilled in managing multinational teams, coordinating FAT/HAT, and liaising with shipyards, owners, and class registries to ensure technical excellence from concept to commissioning.
Panoramica
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Esperienza lavorativa
Ship Manager – Electrical Installation
Vard Electro AS
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Lead all phases of shipbuilding electrical installation from steel work to commissioning.
- Coordinate tasks between multi-trade resources, ensuring alignment with project milestones.
- Collaborate with shipyard departments, owner representatives, and class registry to meet compliance standards.
- Supervise and track resource hours for project efficiency.
Chief Electrician
Windstar Cruise Line
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Ensured the uninterrupted operation of the ship's electrical system, preserving the ship safety and guest comfort.
- Lead the electrical team day by day with a focus on safety , problem solving, planned and unplanned maintenance, spare parts ordering to ensure a smooth operation of the vessel and face unexpected challenge that can occur time by time
- Mentored the electrical team to achieve the best result together with focus on safety procedures and maritime regulations.
1st Electrician/Chief electrician
Viking Cruise Line
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversaw engine room electrical equipment, power plant generators, and propulsion systems (conventional and azipod).
- Planned and executed PMS and inspections; coordinated resources for operational readiness.
- Promoted from 1st Electrician to Chief Electrician after first contract.
- Managed spare parts procurement and technical logistics.
Yard Chief Electrical Officer
Viking Cruise Line
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Led electrical delivery of newbuild cruise ships from early construction to final delivery.
- Oversaw FAT/HAT for propulsion, automation, HV/LV switchboards, and safety systems.
- Coordinated sea trials and ensured compliance with class and owner specifications.
- Delivering of Viking Polaris (Sept 2022) , Viking Octantis (Dec2021) and Viking Venus (Apr 2021)
3rd Electrotechnical Officer
Carnival Cruise Line
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Maintained and repaired MV network, automation, public announcement, and fire detection systems.
- Planned maintenance using Infoship software; requisitioned and approved spare parts.
- Temporarily acted as SETO, leading the electrical department during pandemic-related absences.
Junior Electrotechnical Officer & Cadet
Carnival Cruise Line
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Progressed from cadet to junior officer, gaining hands-on experience in MV/LV systems, automation, and vessel safety systems.
Istruzione
Electrotechnical High School Diploma -
ITIS G. Vallauri
Fossano01.2008
Competenze
- Problem solving
- Budget Control & KPI
- Ships electrical system maintenance
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Dry-Dock Management
- Spare Parts Procurement
- Class & Safety Compliance
- FAT/HAT Coordination
Certificazioni
- STCW Certificate of Competency (COC) III/6 – Electrotechnical Officer (2023, Trieste, Italia)
- STCW Certificate of Competency (COC) III/7 – Electrotechnical Rating (2018, Split, Croatia)
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Italian – Native
English – B2
Spanish – B2
KEY PROJECTS
- Viking Polaris –Newbuild delivery (september 2022)
- Viking Octantis – Newbuild delivery (Dec 2021)
- Viking Venus – Newbuild delivery (Apr 2021)
Technical & Engineering Training
- High Voltage Technology – Operational & Management Level
- ABB DEGO III Electronic Governor System
- ABB ACS6000C NTY-Cycloconverter
- ABB HV10 Marine High Voltage Safety
Cronologia
Ship Manager – Electrical Installation
Vard Electro AS
04.2024 - 12.2025
Chief Electrician
Windstar Cruise Line
11.2023 - 02.2024
1st Electrician/Chief electrician
Viking Cruise Line
09.2022 - 10.2023
Yard Chief Electrical Officer
Viking Cruise Line
12.2020 - 09.2022
3rd Electrotechnical Officer
Carnival Cruise Line
08.2019 - 11.2020
Junior Electrotechnical Officer & Cadet
Carnival Cruise Line
01.2011 - 01.2019
Electrotechnical High School Diploma -
ITIS G. Vallauri