Specialist - Vessel Performance

AD Ports Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AD Ports Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a Vessel Performance Specialist to serve as the analytical and operational backbone of the Vessel Performance function, delivering data-driven intelligence that drives fuel efficiency, regulatory compliance and decarbonization across the fleet.

You will collect, validate and analyse large datasets, build AI-enabled monitoring platforms, develop roadmaps and conduct cost-benefit analyses on alternative fuels and emission-reduction technologies, supporting the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related maritime field.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Minimum 3 years as 3rd Engineer on board Ro-Ro vessels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze vessel performance data and prepare reports weekly, monthly, and annually.
• Identify optimization areas and report findings to management.
• Ensure accuracy of Noon Reports and sensor data for AI systems.
• Monitor compliance with EU/IMO regulations and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with IT and Systems on digitization initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs like fuel consumption deviations and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

MS Excel

English proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering/Naval Architecture/Maritime Transportation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

To serve as the analytical and operational backbone of UGR’s Vessel Performance function within the Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation Directorate, delivering data-driven intelligence that drives fuel efficiency, regulatory compliance and decarbonization performance across UGR’s chartered fleet.

The role is responsible for collecting, validating and analysing large-scale vessel performance and emissions datasets; building and maintaining AI-enabled monitoring platforms and dashboards; developing vessel-specific and fleet-wide decarbonisation roadmaps; and conducting cost-benefit analyses on alternative fuels and emission reduction technologies.

Operating at the intersection of maritime operations, sustainability regulation, and digital transformation, the Specialist ensures UGR’s full compliance with EU ETS, IMO DCS, CII, and FuelEU Maritime frameworks while feeding accurate, validated data into the Directorate’s Single Source of Truth architecture and AI agent workflows.

The role directly supports UGR’s strategic positioning as a data-led maritime logistics organizer, contributing to the Directorate’s mandate of making vessel performance management proactive, staff-independent, and scalable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze vessel performance data and prepare weekly, monthly and annual reports
• Identify operational optimization areas and report findings to management
• Ensure accuracy of Noon Reports and sensor data, and support seamless data flow to AI systems
• Monitor compliance with EU and IMO regulations and develop improvement actions
• Conduct industry analysis on alternative fuels and new technologies in line with decarbonization targets
• Collaborate with IT and Systems teams on digitalization initiatives
• Monitor and report KPIs such as fuel consumption deviations and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

Educational and Technical Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Maritime Transportation and Management Engineering

Language Skills:

• Fluent in written and spoken English

Years of Experience:

• At least 3rd Engineer experience on board vessels (Ro-Ro experience preferred)

Nature of Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of marine engines, fuel systems, and operational limits
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) with strong data analysis and reporting skills
• Basic knowledge of maritime regulations
• Strong team player with effective collaboration and coordination skills
• Open to innovation, self-development, and interested in digital transformation processes
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders
• Responsible, result-oriented, and detail-focused
• Proactive and adaptable to change
• Strong time management and prioritization skills