Sr. Director, LNG Operations & Sustainability

Royal Caribbean Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cruise sector seeks a Sr. Director of LNG Operations & Sustainability. The role encompasses overseeing LNG fleet operations, developing strategic initiatives to enhance environmental sustainability, and leading continuous improvement efforts within the marine technology framework. Ideal candidates will possess advanced engineering degrees and substantial experience in energy management and vessel operations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in vessel operations management or energy management.
• Experience with shipping companies or classification societies.
• Supervisory experience of 1-10 direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of the LNG fleet and implement energy efficiency initiatives.
• Develop strategic plans for environmental regulations.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses related to decarbonization.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in engineering

PhD in relevant fields

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION: Sr. Director, LNG Operations & Sustainability

LOCATION: Weybridge, UK

REPORTS TO: SVP, Marine Technology

ABOUT US

Royal Caribbean Group comprises five distinctive brands that share a vision anchored in excellence. We are passionate about creative thinking, innovative engineering, and outstanding guest service, driving continuous improvement in all we do. Our commitment is to hospitality, environmental protection, and responsible global citizenship.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure the safe operation of the LNG fleet for Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Silversea.
2. Develop and implement LNG shipboard and shoreside procedures aligned with RCG standards.
3. Verify and promote suitable design and implementation of LNG systems on newbuilds.
4. Lead initiatives on energy efficiency and carbon emissions reduction for the SSC Fleet.
5. Identify and evaluate new technologies, including software solutions, to enhance sustainability.
6. Create and maintain strategic plans for IMO environmental regulations, including EEXI, CII, and decarbonization strategies.
7. Conduct pre-feasibility analyses and develop business cases for energy retrofits.
8. Establish KPIs to monitor operational efficiency and identify improvement areas.
9. Develop energy management advisory systems and track vessel efficiency.
10. Coordinate with Marine and Technical Teams on energy retrofit investments to generate savings.
11. Lead the development of an advanced operational database and analytics platform.
12. Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis related to decarbonization and renewable energy strategies.
13. Identify operational excellence opportunities to grow revenue and reduce costs.
14. Facilitate data-driven decisions on hull maintenance and coatings.
15. Create and lead the digitalization roadmap, including fleet-wide mobile operations and energy management platforms.
16. Collaborate with industry vendors and attend conferences to gather business intelligence.
17. Drive continuous improvement projects and cost-saving initiatives.
18. Report regularly to the executive team on retrofit programs and hull coating strategies.
19. Maintain an energy toolbox for ongoing efficiency enhancements.
20. Foster diversity and inclusion within the team.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Background in Marine, Industrial, Mechanical Energy Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Experience with shipping companies, classification societies, or similar organizations.
• Master’s degree in relevant engineering fields; PhD is a plus.
• 15+ years in vessel operations management, energy management, or fleet optimization.
• Leadership experience supervising 1-10 direct reports.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with programming and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of ship systems (HVAC, auxiliary, propulsion).
• Understanding of cruise line operations is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain the fleet retrofit strategic and financial plans concerning energy efficiency, decarbonization, and sustainability. Provide variance explanations for significant budget deviations with support from finance teams.