Marine Transformation Lead (Shipboard Ops)

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Caribbean Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Marine Transformation to lead transformation initiatives across GMO, bringing hands-on shipboard experience to the design and delivery of change.

You will partner with shipboard leaders and the Marine Digital team to translate ashore concepts into practical, crew‑facing solutions that improve operations while balancing regulatory requirements and fleet tempo.

Qualifications

• Experience aboard vessels in a nautical/technical role as a core requirement.
• Proven track record leading or contributing to continuous improvement.
• Ability to operate effectively on both shipboard and shoreside environments.
• Ability to structure, lead, and deliver complex initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated influencing skills across functions and levels.
• Motivation to find better ways of doing things in marine operations.
• Experience transitioning from sea to shore with relevant operational fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation initiatives across GMO from scoping to delivery.
• Provide an operational perspective to design, sequencing, and implementation.
• Engage shipboard leaders including Captains and Chief Engineers.
• Support prioritization and sequencing of the GMO transformation roadmap.
• Contribute to rollout plans that fit shipboard realities and regulatory needs.
• Collaborate with the Marine Digital team on tool design and deployment.
• Share knowledge to improve transformation design across initiatives.

Skills

Shipboard experience

Change leadership

Ship and shore experience

Project and change management

Collaborative and influential

Curiosity and improvement mindset

Professional transition to shoreside

Education

Bachelor's degree

Maritime certifications (STCW, OOW, Chief Mate)

Job description

Royal Caribbean Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Marine Transformation to lead transformation initiatives across GMO, bringing hands-on shipboard experience to the design and delivery of change.

You will partner with shipboard leaders and the Marine Digital team to translate ashore concepts into practical, crew‑facing solutions that improve operations while balancing regulatory requirements and fleet tempo.