Sr. Ship Manager

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The Royal Caribbean Group’s (Marine Operations) Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Sr. Ship Manager reporting to the Fleet Director. Position is onsite and based in Weybridge, UK.

Position Summary: Supports the RCL Cruises Ltd. vision and mission by assisting the Fleet Director and AVP, Marine Operations in overseeing the operations in the Marine department and the daily operational and financial management of the assigned Ship Manager(s) under his/her supervision. Directly responsible for ensuring that the ships continuously operate in compliance with all company standards, policies and appropriate practices and within the rules and regulations of the appropriate governing authorities and agencies. Assists the Fleet Directors in the succession planning, training, evaluation and development for key Marine Operations personnel shipboard and shoreside. Directly manages Ship Managers and Vessels, as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that ships are operated in compliance with the policies of the corporation and within the rules and regulations of the appropriate governing authorities and agencies with special attention given to safety, security, and protection of the environment.
• Monitors, oversees, and provides support to the Managers, Marine Operations for their assigned vessels. This includes operations, maintenance, repair, dry docking, replacement equipment purchases, and overall budget control.
• Support on-board repair and maintenance through the Ship Managers to ensure approval from the Flag state, Classification Society, or other government bodies for any changes to the construction or equipment on board.
• Monitors ongoing performance of each ship, maintains frequent communication with the senior management (Captain, Staff Captain, Chief Engineer, and Hotel Director) and provides the Ship Managers with technical guidance/support through prompt and positive action.
• Follow up on the resolution of technical issues by the applicable technical superintendent through the assigned Ship Manager.
• Follow up with the technical department to ensure technically related incidents and damages are properly investigated and reported, and that damage claims are validated and settled.
• Participate in succession planning, training, evaluation, and development for all relevant shipboard personnel.
• Interview and approve, as well as, give recommendations to the Human Resources Department regarding the education and training of ship engineers.
• Supervises and supports the Ship Managers in cooperating with the hotel Maintenance Department, shipboard and shoreside, on operational issues and projects impacting the hotel and marine areas of responsibility.
• Supervises and supports the Ship Managers in the preparation of annual budgets for the assigned ships.
• Works in cooperation with the Manager, Marine Operations of NB processes and the Site Offices, assists in developing the new ship designs with the proper feedback and support from the Operational perspective.
• Involved in the manning and training of the technical personnel for the assigned ship, Ship’s certification process, and guarantee process.
• Monitors NB liaison prior and during the delivery of newly built Ships.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, and quality systems in the Marine Operations Department.
• Maintain frequent communication with the Marine Technical organization, to assist in the selection and installation of machinery, equipment, and safety appliances to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safety, and environmental policies from Classification Society and governing agencies.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills:

• Maintain current knowledge of up-to-date technical research and relevant projects, plus maintain an oversight of new technology for use onboard Royal Caribbean ships, and run test programs on such equipment together with ship's personnel.
• Proven ability to manage the financial aspects of the assigned function, including the successful identification of operating efficiencies.
• Manage headcount within an area.
• Manage a staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing, and managing employees.
• Utilize and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Prior experience in managerial coaching and team building in a similar environment would be helpful.
• The incumbent may be required to travel frequently and on short notice.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various departments within the organization, both shipboard and shore side.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain a close working relationship with representatives from the various classification societies and governing agencies regulating our ships fleet-wide.
• Background as Naval Architect, Deck Officer, or Marine/Mechanical Engineer and 5-10 years of experience with a shipping company, classification society, or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marine, Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent.
• Chief Engineer license and sailing experience preferred.
• This position may be required to travel up to 30% of the time.

We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon!

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