At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage crew schedules and logistics for Marine Operations, ensuring the right people are in the right roles.
- Company: Join a leading company in marine operations with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for growth in a multinational setting.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team solving real-world challenges in workforce planning and scheduling.
- Qualifications: Experience in workforce planning, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This position is onsite, based in Weybridge, UK.
Position Summary
As a Workforce Scheduler, you will be responsible for workforce planning, scheduling, and logistics for specialised crew members within Marine Operations. You'll work closely with operational leaders to ensure the right people are in the right roles at the right time, while following company policies and operational requirements. This role would suit someone with experience in workforce planning, scheduling, recruitment, HR, or shipboard crew administration. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, analysing information, and creating practical solutions through effective planning and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage crew schedules, assignments, and rotation planning for the Marine department.
- Support workforce planning processes by providing accurate staffing information and recommendations.
- Develop and implement efficient staffing solutions that meet operational and fleet requirements.
- Work closely with Marine Operations, department leaders, team members, and crew to support scheduling, succession planning, recruitment, and logistics activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, collective bargaining agreements, and relevant maritime regulations, including flag state and port state requirements.
- Maintain accurate employee and workforce data within HR systems, including information used for succession planning.
- Support additional workforce planning and administration activities as required.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
- Professional experience in workforce planning, analytics, scheduling, staffing, or logistics environments.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to assess situations, identify solutions, and make informed decisions using data and sound judgement.
- Ability to understand, analyse, and resolve both straightforward and complex workforce challenges.
- Able to work flexibly to meet business needs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across a diverse, multinational workforce.
Preferred Skills
- Experience using business analytics and reporting tools.
- Familiarity with HR, workforce planning, or scheduling systems.
- Understanding of shipboard departments and how cruise ship operations are structured.
- Knowledge of immigration and visa requirements for seafarers across different regions.
- Awareness of maritime regulations relating to crew training, certifications, licences, and compliance requirements.
Workforce Scheduler in Weybridge employer: Royal-Caribbean-Group-3
Royal Caribbean Group is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Weybridge that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive career development opportunities and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the marine industry.
