Senior Scheduler

Royal Caribbean International; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cruise line based in Weybridge seeks a Senior Scheduler to manage crew assignments and logistics. The ideal candidate will have experience in workforce scheduling and strong problem-solving skills. Excellent communication abilities are essential for collaborating in a multinational environment. Join a pioneering company in the travel industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in workforce planning or crew administration.
• Ability to evaluate and resolve complex problems.
• Fluency in English for communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedule crew assignments and rotations for the Marine department.
• Design solutions for fleet needs in the Marine cost centre.
• Communicate with team members regarding scheduling.

Skills

Workforce scheduling

Planning

Recruiting

Human resources

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

This position is onsite, based in Weybridge, UK.

Journey with us! Our Marine Operations Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Senior Scheduler reporting to the Director of Marine Operations.

About Us

Royal Caribbean Group is the world’s largest cruise line. It is an exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now. We strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work is exciting, challenging, and innovative. You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative and dynamic international team.

Position Summary

The Senior Scheduler carries out workforce planning and logistics for specialised crew within Marine Operations. Follows operational guidelines and directives from Marine Operations and department leadership. This role suits someone with a background in workforce scheduling, planning, human resources, recruiting, or shipboard crew administration.

Ideal for someone who thrives on evaluating a problematic situation and creating a resolution based on planning and reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Schedule prioritised crew assignments and rotation planning for the Marine department
• Provide information supporting an effective par level planning process and related procedures
• Design and implement optimised solutions for fleet needs pertaining to the Marine cost centre
• Ensure effective communication with Marine operations, department leadership, team members, and crew members in areas related to scheduling, succession planning, recruitment, and logistics as appropriate
• Comply with applicable rules and regulations including but not limited to SQM, flag state and port state legislation, collective bargaining agreements and company policies in all aspects relating to workforce planning
• Provide complete and accurate employee data in the Human Resources system for assigned departments and/or positions including performance data for succession planning
• Perform related duties as assigned; perform other duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in one or more of the following functions: workforce scheduling, planning, recruiting, or shipboard crew administration
• Professional experience in one or more of the following: workforce planning, analytics, par level planning, scheduling, and logistics services
• Ability to evaluate a problematic situation and create a resolution based on planning and reasoning. Use logic, judgement, and data to drive decisions
• Visualises, articulates, and solves both complex and uncomplicated problems and concepts and makes decisions that make sense based on all available information
• Able to work flexibly to meet business needs
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing, to gather and relay information in a multinational environment
• Ability to read and write English to understand and interpret written procedures, give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms, and effectively present information

Preferred Skills

• Experience in business analytics
• Familiar with automated HR systems or workforce planning systems
• Working knowledge of general shipboard functions on a cruise ship, and the general concept of the shipboard organisation
• Knowledge of applicable immigration and visa requirements related to seafarers in various geographical areas
• Understanding of applicable flag state and port state regulations related to seafarers training, licenses and certifications as needed

This role is subject to Royal Caribbean Group’s equal employment opportunity policy. We provide equal opportunities to qualified applicants 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.

We know there’s a lot to consider. Our recruiters will provide guidance and answer any additional questions during the application process.

Thank you for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We hope to see you onboard soon!