Safety Ops Manager

1594 Magical Cruise Company, Limited; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus & long-term incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line in Celebration, FL is seeking a senior safety/engineering professional to lead shipboard safety initiatives and oversee maintenance planning for LNG and Methanol operations. You will coordinate with Safety Managers, shipboard teams and the New Build Team to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a Master Mariner/Chief Engineer level or equivalent, strong leadership, and proven ability to deliver complex technical projects with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in shipboard Deck, Engineering, or Safety Officer roles or naval/ Marine engineering equivalent.
• Ability to influence leadership with strategic and collaborative approach.
• Strong communication, presentation and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Safety Managers and shipboard teams to ensure safety standards.
• Inspects vessels and maintains safety compliance with Class and statutory requirements.
• Plans maintenance schedules and organises short- and long-term safety-related work.
• Develops procedures and coordinates LNG/Methanol safety initiatives.
• Maintains technical documentation and supports AMOS/Fidelio systems.
• Engages stakeholders to advance operating practices and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Master Mariner License or Chief Engineer License

MBA or equivalent degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety Management Systems

Job description

Job Summary

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow cast, crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional,

Responsibilities

Collaborates with Safety Managers and shipboard. Inspects vessels & Islands periodically, verifying that Company Safety Standards are respected and verify compliance with Class, statutory requirements & National Standards. Review and update maintenance schedules based on Ship Survey findings and results. Define and maintain review of operational requirements for riding teams under direction of the Safety Managers. Assist in organizing and scheduling both the short term and long-term repair and planned maintenance work for all safety related equipment and machinery, in conjunction with the engineering operations team. Responsible for organizational activities in planning, preparation and execution of the riding team and /or special projects. Responsible for any special projects to be done on the run. Assisting in identify new technology to be implemented based on needs and requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to advance technical operating practices, procedures and standards. Responsible for keeping all technical documentation (manuals, drawings, certificates, calculations and any other technical documentation) up to date and to the correct standards. Assisting with the creation of AMOS (Asset Management Operating System) jobs when required and for all safety related maintenance jobs as outlined in AMOS. Assisting with developing, maintaining and updating the ships assembly plans while seeing to accurate records within Fidelio and the Mobile Assembly System. Assisting with developing, maintaining and updating the in Port Manning program while making improvements where necessary and partnering with on board steering committees. Attending technical discussions for safety discipline, and being an active player in negotiations with builders and suppliers. Attending meetings and Yard visits as required. Assisting the New Build Team in reviewing technical documentation, providing expertise in the design, selection and testing of equipment and assist as required. Assisting in maintaining safe operations with alternative fuel (LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) & Methanol). Assisting with developing procedures under the direction of the Manager of Safety Operations. Contributing to future LNG & Methanol Bunkering HAZIDs and Risk Analysis in relation new bunkering locations. Assisting with coordinates, in cooperation with the Marine and Engineering Operations teams, the fleet and Island safety equipment, maintenance and service agreements seeing to the use of certified providers. Where applicable, assisting to align private island safety procedures with WDW Safety and Auditing (WSA) standards in liaison with WSA leadership, leveraging as many WDW Safety programs as possible. Responsible for all safety and enhancement projects related to (but not limited to) Fire Safety of the Island

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a shipboard Deck, Engineering, or Safety Officer role, or equivalent experience as a Naval Architect or Marine Engineer working on technical projects within the cruise industry Ability to influence leadership with a strategic and collaborative approach. Led safety initiatives for area. Demonstrated communication, presentation and public speaking skills. Self-starter, recognizing when projects need to involve multiple partners and decisions need to be made at other levels within the organization. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Outlook and Word. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information.

Preferred qualifications

Cruise industry experience shipboard and shoreside preferred Required Education Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent technical experience/certification Preferred Education Master Mariner License or Chief Engineer License MBA or equivalent degree #DCLPJ

Employment Details

The hiring range for this position in Celebration, FL is $110,000.00-$147,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment: DCL Shoreside Job Posting Primary Business: DCL Marine & Technical Ops Primary Job Posting Category: Engineering Project Management Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Celebration, FL, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-08-27