Job Description

This role is onsite based in Weybridge UK

Journey with us!

The Royal Caribbean Group's Scheduling Team has an exciting and unique career opportunity for a full time Manager Marine Scheduling reporting to the Director of Workforce Planning

About Us

Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now



At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry The work that we do is exciting challenging and innovative You get to work both independently and as part of a collaborative and dynamic international team We are passionate we are innovative and we are unstoppable

Position Overview

This position is responsible for oversight and execution of the strategic planning of the shipboard marine workforce for the designated brands as well as supervision of Team Leads and respective teams



This role will focus always on operational excellence and consistency keeping in mind efficiencies and cost-avoidance In collaboration with relevant partners you will maintain PAR for the designated brands including new builds modernisations and special projects

Responsibilities

Working closely with Team Leads constantly review marine par levels forecastsand fleet status to ensure balanced rotations and efficient/proactive planning with focus on consistently meeting par across the fleet
Regularly collaborate strategiseand engage with Scheduling leaders and the marine operations brand leaders to ensure all crewing objectives are captured and met
Oversee the team's strategic scheduling and logistics optimisation based on business needs (par demographic nationalities skills etc) to maintain fleet and marine cost center positional parincluding new builds and modernisation initiatives
Own and manage meetings with key stakeholders across the enterprise to proactively manage the marine par fulfilment strategy solve roadblocksand/or obtain approvals to execute crew movement Inform and update leadership regarding the status of the planning and bring to light any potential obstacles
Responsible for regular reporting as necessary to audit and provide visibilitymanaging quality control Assure contingency plans are in place to address any potential CAM (crew area moment) HR Operational challenges Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management

Financial Responsibilities

The Manager has the shared responsibility for CAM budget management relative to crew movement across the fleet

Qualifications

Minimum three years progressive leadership experience in Workforce Planning Human Resource Managementor related field; shipboard HR experience a plus
Minimum of three years in employee relations investigating negotiating and resolving grievances and conflicts preferably in a multi-culturaldiverse environment

Knowledge and Skills:

A strong leader with an open and direct styleone who practices participative management and team building Ability to successfully manage a high-pressure environment and navigate confidently through all kinds of situations and operational challenges Highly organised and experienced in managing diverse groups Exceptional analytical skills; ability to extract and convey important data details to support proposed solutions Strong English communication skills (both written and verbal) with experience in presenting complex ideas/concepts to senior-level management
Proficient in budget managementability to constantly find cost-savings and cost-avoidance opportunities
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Business Administration Workforce Planningor ability to speak additional languages for the APAC region an advantage



It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race colour religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation sexuality gender identity or expression marital status or any other characteristic protected by law RCL and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment



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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