Analyst, Fuel Performance and Decarbonization

Carnival Corporation Ltd.; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Paid Time Off Holidays

Vacation time per tenure

Sick time steady accrual

Stand-by cruises discounts

On-site Fitness center

Job summary

Carnival Cruise Line in South Florida seeks an Analyst, Fuel Performance & Decarbonization to develop data-driven forecasts, optimize bunkering strategies, and identify cost-saving opportunities for the fleet. You will support KPI reporting, business cases, and regulatory compliance, including SEEMP and MRV.

The role emphasizes data modeling, collaboration with Operations and Finance, and advancing decarbonization initiatives while working in-office with some flexible Fridays.

Qualifications

• Experience developing forecast models and business cases.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• 2+ years in energy management, marine operations, or related field.
• Knowledge of marine fuels and bunkering operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop fuel budgets, forecasts, and bunkering plans for the fleet.
• Model fuel demand, analyze itineraries, and optimize consumption.
• Track KPIs and provide variance analysis to Operations and Finance.
• Support regulatory reporting for SEEMP, MRV, FuelEU, and related requirements.

Skills

Power BI

Numerical modeling

Asset management software

Python coding

Marine fuels knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Naval Architecture / Marine Eng

Job description

The Analyst, Fuel Performance & Decarbonization supports fleet-wide fuel planning, performance optimization, cost reduction, and decarbonization initiatives for Carnival Cruise Line (CCL). The role develops data-driven forecasting and modelling tools to improve fuel demand planning, consumption forecasting, and bunkering strategies, while identifying opportunities for fuel and operational cost savings. The Analyst also supports KPI reporting, variance analysis, business cases, and regulatory compliance, including SEEMP, EU/UK MRV, and FuelEU requirements, providing actionable insights to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and environmental accountability.

Essential Functions

Fuel Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

Develop fuel budgets, consumption forecasts, and short- and long-term fuel lift plans to optimize bunkering schedules across the CCL fleet. Support fuel demand planning by analyzing vessel deployment, itineraries, operational profiles, and fuel availability, and implementing advanced modelling tools to streamline and improve the planning process.

Fuel Modeling & Optimization

Support the implementation and enhancement of advanced fuel demand modelling, forecasting, and optimization tools. Identify opportunities to optimize fuel consumption through operational, technical, and itinerary-related initiatives.

Performance Monitoring & KPI Reporting

Track actual fuel consumption and costs against budgets and forecasts, conduct variance analysis, and provide insights to Operations and Finance. Coordinate with Fuel Performance & Decarbonization team on the development, monitoring, and reporting of fuel, efficiency, cost, and operational KPIs.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Support the development and maintenance of SEEMP Part I & II, EU/UK MRV, FuelEU, and other regulatory monitoring and reporting requirements. Assist with fuel tax exemption certificates and ensure accurate fuel consumption and emissions data for regulatory compliance.

Fuel Cost Reduction & Business Cases

Conduct cost-benefit analyses and business cases for fuel cost reduction, energy efficiency, and operational optimization initiatives. Quantify potential savings, financial impacts, investment requirements, and risks to support management decision-making.

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering, Engineering, Business Analytics or Data Science.
• Experience developing forecast models & business cases, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
• 2+ years of experience in relevant role i.e. energy management, marine operations, fuel & energy consumption is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, Numerical modeling tools, Asset management software.
• Knowledge of marine fuels & bunkering operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Coding background in Python or any other language is a plus.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Experience with marine asset management software.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Travel: Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

This position is classified as “in-office.” As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Health Benefits: Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
• Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan that includes a company match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
• Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
• Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
• Other Benefits Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
• Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
• On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus