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Hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK. This is initailly a 3-6 month contract with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our PR & Communications team. Celebrity Cruises, part of Royal Caribbean Group, is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. Position Summary The EMEA Senior PR & Communications Executive position is a strategic role in the implementation of communications programmes designed to create and maintain a favourable public image for the organisation. This team member should be a communications and public relations professional, capable of assisting in projects and project teams, and producing content of the highest calibre. The position may focus in any of several professional areas, including media relations, storytelling, press familiarisation tours, PR agency relations and event support and staffing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Assists in executing the global PR strategy as well as individual local strategies as relevant to secure impactful media coverage for Celebrity Cruises, subject matter experts, products and services, and events, including pitching and engaging reporters, facilitating media interviews and support for local market executives * Builds and maintains key professional relationships with significant media outlets * Helps to direct the activities of external agencies and internal teams as needed * Coordinates and executes local efforts as outlined by the global strategy and road map * Coordinates strategic communications programmes, which may include promotions, press trips, press conferences, brand events, executive briefings, and more * Handles incoming media inquiries * Coordinates innovative approaches to generating coverage in the media, drafts press releases, drafts briefing documents including talking points and statements * Tracks press coverage, key performance metrics, writes coverage reports and creates and maintain clips and media lists * Coordinates individual press trip requests and liaises with appropriate personnel on requests * Stays abreast of latest industry developments, trends, and shifts in the travel industry. Performs other duties as required. Manages and tracks billing and programme results * Supports leadership on budget/expense control and reporting, department and/or brand related * Supports in the management of the EMEA PR budget, $1.2M What We'd Love You To Have * 3-5 years of PR agency, public relations, journalism or corporate communications experience * Experience with brand media relations * Experience with metrics programmes like Cision, etc. * Flexibility to work outside normal hours and travel as appropriate (domestic & international) * Experience in travel industry and working for a global company ideal, but not essential * Strong ability to interact with senior leaders and build effective relationships within the company, public, guests and media * Strong planning capabilities to identify and prioritise communication strategies and activities as well as to meet the deadlines required to support media and business needs * Strong writing skills. Message creation experience a plus * Excellent research, written, verbal and presentation skills * Detail oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to work in fast-paced, high volume environment * Strong skills in pitching and comfortable reaching out to top tier media * Understanding of social media, influencers and emerging media * Stellar project management, planning, evaluation, and analytical capabilities * Demonstrate the ability to quickly analyse situations and alternatives and make prudent decisions * Proficient in Microsoft Office, i.e Word, Excel, PowerPoint We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-ST1

Assistant Category Manager - Marine Technical Procurement This role is hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of Category Managers. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. About Us Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line. It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now. At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work that we do is exciting, challenging, and innovative. We are passionate, we are innovative, and we are unstoppable. Job Summary As an Assistant Category Manager in Marine Technical Procurement, you will work closely with our technical, New-building, operational teams and suppliers to define and deliver cost-competitive, differentiated solutions to the Royal Caribbean fleet of Cruise vessels. You will be a key contributor to the continued development and implementation of the category strategies with a strong focus on optimising the operations. You will build a broad network and collaborative relationships with internal as well as external stakeholders, implementing our category strategies and support various stakeholders as well as being involved in innovation and retrofit projects. Key responsibilities * Support new-building projects and ongoing maintenance with innovative procurement solutions * Contribute to building and executing on our global category strategies to ensure best in class safe, reliable and cost optimal operation * Engage with suppliers to negotiate contracts, manage relationships, and ensure supply chain reliability * Collaborate closely with technical and operational teams to understand project requirements and technical specifications, and support sourcing projects within the team * Support the team in establishing and applying cost modelling concepts, spend & demand analysis, and evaluation of quotations * Addressing day to day operational queries within your area of responsibility Work Environment * Up to 25% domestic and international travel as necessary What we'd love you to have: * Minimum 2 - 3 years' experience in procurement or technical sales & marketing within the maritime, transport or other relevant industry * Good understanding of technical procurement * Excellent communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills * Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment * Strong commercial mindset and a keen problem solver with a strong personal drive * Beneficial: BSc or MSc in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar We have high ambitions for this role and what it can deliver, so if you see your yourself as a match, we'd love to hear from you! We guarantee excitement, challenges, great colleagues, a unique global opportunity in one of the world's largest operators in the cruise industry. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-MB4

Category Manager - Marine Technical Procurement This role is hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of Category Managers. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. About Us Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line. It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now. At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work that we do is exciting, challenging, and innovative. We are passionate, we are innovative, and we are unstoppable. Job Summary As a Category Manager in Marine Technical Procurement, you will work closely with our technical, New-building, operational teams and suppliers to define and deliver cost-competitive, differentiated solutions to the Royal Caribbean fleet of Cruise vessels. You will be a key contributor to the continued development and implementation of the category strategy with a strong focus on optimising the operations. You will build a broad network and collaborative relationships with internal as well as external stakeholders, implementing our category strategies and support various stakeholders as well as being involved in innovation and retrofit projects. Key responsibilities * Support new-building projects and ongoing maintenance with innovative procurement solutions * Building and executing on the global category strategy to ensure best in class safe, reliable and cost optimal operation * Manage internal and external stakeholders to create partnerships that support our strategies * Engage with suppliers to negotiate contracts, manage relationships, and ensure supply chain reliability * Collaborate closely with technical and operational teams to understand project requirements and technical specifications * Drive cross functional projects to deliver on our ambitious year-on-year cost and value generating targets * Establishing and applying cost modelling concepts, spend & demand analysis, and evaluations * Addressing day to day operational queries within your area of responsibility Work Environment * Up to 25% domestic and international travel as necessary What we'd love you to have: * Minimum 5 years' experience in procurement or technical sales & marketing within the maritime, transport or other relevant industry * Good understanding of maritime industry, industry standards and technical procurement * Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills * Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment * Proven track record of delivering cost-competitive, differentiated solutions at scale * Strong commercial mindset and a keen problem solver with a strong personal drive * Beneficial: BSc or MSc in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar We have high ambitions for this role and what it can deliver, so if you see your yourself as a match, we'd love to hear from you! We guarantee excitement, challenges, great colleagues, a unique global opportunity in one of the world's largest operators in the cruise industry. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-MB4

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. The Royal Caribbean Group's (Crew Readiness) Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Global Crew Readiness Operations Specialist reporting to the Director of Global Crew Readiness. Position is onsite and based in Weybridge, UK Position Summary: The Global Crew Readiness Operations Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the onboarding process relative to positions that fall under the category of Marine. High-level competencies in communication, planning, stakeholder management, and time management are essential given the urgent and critical nature of these positions. The distribution of work may vary based on relevant skills, experience, and business need or as otherwise determined by management. However, in any case, the Operations Specialist should maximize his/her time for efficiency and effectiveness to help the Global Crew Readiness Operations team in all aspects of the onboarding processes to achieve weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual goals. This includes reporting and providing weekly reports to Stakeholders. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Provides timely and customer-focused service to crew members that belong to the category of Marine positions and internal customers. * Ensures each crew member receives the appropriate level of support and guidance to create an exemplary onboarding experience. * Ensures compliance with regulatory, local, international, and company policies to ensure the safety and well-being of the crew members. * Liaises with the various teams (Talent Attraction, Crew Assist, Scheduling, Visa, Port Agents, School, and Authorized Referral Sources) when appropriate, to meet hiring and scheduling in a timely manner. * Provides back-up support to fellow Operations Specialists and guidance to the Operations Representatives by being a consultant in terms of visa, medical, and STCW requirements of shipboard roles. * Works diligently and proactively to resolve all onboarding-related situations, escalates irregularities to the Operations Supervisor; and continuously explores ways to increase efficiency and effectiveness. * Performs all administrative tasks related to the onboarding of shipboard employees. * Prepares various reports as required, including, but not limited to, status reports, analysis, and lists of talent pools including status updates to Stakeholders. * Establishes monthly governance meetings with Recruitment, Scheduling, Mobility Centers, HR Onboard, and Stakeholders. * Consistently meets the performance metrics set by the management team. * Performs other duties as required. As needed, participates in special projects assigned by management. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management. Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills: * Bachelor's degree in human resources, hospitality management, business administration, or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred. * At least two (2) years onboarding or any relevant experience. * Ability to maintain a good working relationship with the stakeholders by meeting their expectations and supporting the overall goals of the organization. We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. #LI-WL1

Position is hybrid and based in Weybridge, UK. Join Our Team as a Food & Beverage Recruiter at Royal Caribbean Group! Are you passionate about hospitality and talent acquisition? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and love helping people find their perfect role? If so, we want to hear from you! Royal Caribbean Group is seeking a dedicated Food & Beverage Recruiter to join our dynamic team and help us source top talent for our world-class cruise ships. About Us Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line, with a record-breaking year and exciting new ships launching soon! With our brands Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea, we operate ships across the globe, delivering unforgettable vacation experiences. Our team is passionate, innovative, and committed to excellence, and we're looking for talented individuals to join us on this journey. The Role As a Food & Beverage Recruiter, you will play a key role in attracting, assessing, and onboarding talented hospitality professionals for our onboard restaurants, bars, and catering teams. Your focus will be on managing the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to offer acceptance, ensuring we meet our staffing needs for our vibrant F&B departments across our fleet. What You'll Do * Manage end-to-end recruitment for Food & Beverage roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management * Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse, high-quality candidates * Engage passive candidates through social media, professional networks, and referrals * Collaborate closely with onboard managers and operational leaders to understand hiring needs and role requirements * Conduct competency-based interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit for life at sea * Provide a positive candidate experience through clear communication and professionalism throughout the hiring process * Support onboarding and ensure all hiring activities comply with relevant employment standards and company policies * Build and maintain candidate pipelines and talent pools to support high-volume hiring demands, often managing hundreds of roles across multiple ships simultaneously What We're Looking For * Considerable proven experience in hospitality recruitment, ideally within hotels, restaurants, catering, or food & beverage environments * Strong sourcing skills, including experience with direct sourcing, social media, and talent pooling utilising tools including LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search * Ability to thrive in high-volume hiring environments, managing large candidate pipelines efficiently; our team typically makes between 200-400 hires per month across various ships * Excellent interview and candidate assessment skills, with a focus on hospitality roles * Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Microsoft Office tools * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills * A passion for hospitality and the cruise industry is a plus! Why Join Us? * Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare, pension, and travel perks * Opportunities for career development and international travel * Work within a vibrant, diverse, and innovative team committed to excellence Location Based in Weybridge, UK - 4 days a week in the office. Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply today and help us find the talent that will make every cruise memorable! It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-ST1

This role is hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK - With up to 50% of time on the road, including overnight stays where necessary. Journey With Us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our dynamic Field Sales team. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. Position Summary The UK Field Sales Manager is a pivotal people-leadership role responsible for inspiring, coaching and empowering a high-performing team of Sales Development Managers. This position leads the strategic execution of field sales activity across the UK market - including retail, homeworker and consortia partners - ensuring exceptional brand representation, commercial excellence and meaningful trade engagement. The role is accountable for delivering a best-in-class field sales strategy that aligns with the wider Strategic Sales vision. This includes driving sales growth, strengthening trade relationships, and ensuring the consistent delivery of key performance metrics. As a highly visible leader spending around 50% of time with Sales Development Managers in-market, the ideal candidate will excel at stakeholder management, communication, and relationship building. They will bring deep expertise in territory sales management within a travel industry context, and a genuine passion for developing others, sharing best practice and elevating team capability. The role works hand-in-hand with Strategic Account Managers and Senior Manager, Strategic Sales to turn national account strategies into impactful in-market results. SAMs secure strategic agreements at HQ level, and the Field Sales Manager drives the activation of these plans through the SDM team - ensuring every initiative is executed with clarity, consistency and commercial impact. Together, both teams actively align priorities, share insights and close the loop on performance, creating a unified approach that strengthens partnerships and accelerates growth across the UK market. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are the main duties and responsibilities however this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management. Leadership & Sales Planning * Lead, coach and motivate a team of Sales Development Managers through regular check-ins, on-the-road coaching, goal setting, and development conversations that drive accountability and high performance * Collaborate closely with Strategic Account Managers to ensure seamless execution of aligned activity while sharing insights on what is (and isn't) working across the field * Use insight-driven decision-making to guide SDMs in building efficient call plans that maximise opportunities with new-to-cruise agents, territory opportunity within a local geography and, maximise ROI across each territory * Ensure all field sales administrative requirements, including coop commitments and sales call plans, are accurate, up to date and delivered to deadline * Partner with EMEA stakeholders to provide the team with tools, training and resources that enable them to work more effectively and sell with confidence * Champion full CRM App adoption across the team, modelling best practice and ensuring activity is accurately tracked and actioned * Review and share weekly insights on retail performance trends, competitor observations and trade sentiment Customer Engagement & Relationship Building * Act as a senior ambassador for Royal Caribbean, demonstrating outstanding product and sector knowledge and maintaining a highly visible presence across retail, homeworker and consortia partners * Build and nurture relationships with senior decision-makers and influencers across strategic accounts to drive increased share of voice, advocacy and long-term partnership * Develop meaningful understanding of the regional landscape - including account mix, barriers to growth and new opportunities - to ensure all activity is targeted and relevant * Ensure SDMs set clear, SMART objectives for all field visits, maximising every customer interaction * Own regional relationships with trade partner organisations (e.g., Regional Cruise Experts) to drive engagement, education and commercial performance * Drive uptake and performance within Club Royal through targeted engagement and follow-up * Work with the Training Manager EMEA to build account-specific training plans that support competency growth and engagement targets * Collaborate with Strategic Account Managers on the planning and delivery of customer educational events, including seminar-at-sea, ship visits, launches, conferences and consumer shows, ensuring measurable commercial benefit * Leverage social media to enhance visibility, engagement and brand advocacy across the trade community Commercial Strategy & Operational Execution * Lead monthly and quarterly planning sessions with relevant stakeholders (Regional/Divisional Sales Managers, Business Owners, Franchise Leads) to align on activity, opportunities and joint initiatives * Develop and deliver annual, quarterly and monthly sales plans that drive performance across all key metrics and strategic objectives * Monitor weekly, monthly and quarterly results to identify opportunities and implement clear, actionable plans that improve performance * Build effective coop marketing plans with regional accounts to ensure strong mutual ROI * Track, analyse and report competitor activity, pricing movements and market trends relevant to assigned territories * Ensure store visit reports are completed to a high standard, with clear follow-up actions logged and tracked using the CRM App Flawless Execution * Maintain a balanced approach to the role, spending approximately 50% of time in-market with accounts and 50% focused on planning, review and strategic delivery * Ensure all activity is executed in line with brand guidelines and fully tracked using the appropriate toolkits to ensure compliance and ROI measurement * Partner with the trade marketing team to ensure Royal Caribbean is prominently and consistently represented across all field activity * Develop and deliver engaging, insightful and inspiring training content that reinforces brand values and drives product knowledge * Submit and maintain a rolling three-month training and engagement plan for approval * Manage time and workload effectively, ensuring maximum value is delivered across account interactions while maintaining strong administrative discipline Knowledge and Skills * Minimum 3 years' experience in a field sales role, ideally within the travel industry * A genuine passion for developing others, sharing best practice and elevating team capability * Proven track record of delivering measurable sales results * Exceptional communication, presentation and influencing skills * Strong knowledge of Royal Caribbean products and brand DNA * Willingness to spend up to 50% of time on the road, including overnight stays where necessary * Clean, current driving licence We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-ST1

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. Job Summary We are seeking a data-driven and technically proficient Senior Analyst to support fleet-wide energy efficiency initiatives within the Decarbonization and Energy team. This role will play a critical part in monitoring, analysing, and optimizing the energy performance of our cruise ship fleet, with a focus on hull and propeller performance, Specific Fuel Oil Consumption (SFOC), and service power efficiency. The Senior Analyst will utilize corporate digital tools and shipboard data to generate insights that inform operational improvements and contribute to the company's decarbonization goals. Key Responsibilities * Conduct in-depth analysis of shipboard data to assess hull, propeller, engine performance (SFOC), and auxiliary/service power efficiency. * Leverage corporate digital tools, dashboards, and data visualization platforms to track and report on energy performance trends across the fleet. * Develop and present data-driven insights and recommendations to improve vessel performance and support maintenance planning. * Collaborate with technical superintendents, onboard engineering teams, and sustainability colleagues to translate analysis into operational improvements. * Perform root cause analyses on energy performance deviations and propose corrective actions. * Support the preparation of ROI analyses and business cases for energy-saving initiatives and technology retrofits. * Monitor and benchmark vessel KPIs to ensure alignment with corporate energy efficiency and decarbonization targets. * Contribute to cross-functional projects aimed at improving fuel efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations. * Stay informed on industry best practices, IMO regulations, EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and other relevant energy efficiency frameworks. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. * Considerable years of experience in ship performance analysis, energy efficiency, or maritime operations. * Proven experience in data analysis, performance monitoring, and use of visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent. * Strong understanding of ship systems, propulsion hydrodynamics, and energy management. * Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data. * Effective communication skills to clearly convey technical findings to non-technical stakeholders. * Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. * Knowledge of maritime regulatory frameworks related to energy and emissions is preferred. We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. #LI-WL1

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our incredible team of employees at Royal Caribbean Group. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. We are proud to be the vacation-industry leader with global brands - including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises - the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests. Royal Caribbean Group's Global Marine Operations Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Director, Underwater Systems reporting to the AVP, Marine Technical Services. This is a land-based position that will work onsite in Weybridge, England or Miami, Florida USA. Position Summary: The Director Underwater Systems leads the Underwater Systems team and serves as the organization's subject-matter expert in podded propulsion, thrusters, fin stabilizers, and related underwater systems. This role oversees system performance, maintenance, and optimization across the fleet, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations. The position requires close collaboration with vessel leadership, shipyards, vendors, classification societies, and internal Marine Technical Operations and Marine Technology teams. Occasional travel and vessel visits are required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Leadership and Support: * Serve as the primary technical authority for underwater mechanical systems fleetwide. * Provide expert guidance and high-level troubleshooting support to shoreside and onboard technical teams. * Monitor propulsion system performance using diagnostics and condition-monitoring tools in collaboration with vendors and Marine Asset Management. * Plan, coordinate, and oversee repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and dry-dock activities for podded propulsion and underwater systems. * Manage major underwater system repairs, obsolescence programs, and complex technical projects. * Lead root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and fleetwide lessons-learned processes. Operational Management: * Deliver first- and second-level support to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant vessel operations. * Maintain strong communication with Marine Technical Operations, Marine Operations, Brands and onboard engineering leadership. * Coordinate underwater system projects with Ship Managers and shipboard management. * Provide technical training and operational best practices to shipboard engineering teams. Compliance and Safety: * Ensure adherence to international regulations (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL), classification society requirements (e.g., DNV, Lloyd's), and company safety and environmental policies. * Conduct ship visits, inspections, and condition assessments to verify compliance and operational readiness. * Lead investigations of underwater system incidents, implementing corrective and preventive measures. * Follow up on conditions of class, non-conformities, and audit findings. Project and Vendor Management: * Manage vendor relationships, including ABB and other OEM partners, for warranty claims, upgrades, and technical support. * Lead underwater systems workstreams within dry-dock, revitalization, and special projects. * Stay current with technical bulletins and safety communications, ensuring timely fleet implementation. * Prepare technical reports, performance analyses, and recommendations, including modernization and efficiency-improvement opportunities. * Support the Newbuilding Department with specifications, trials, and guarantee-phase activities. People Leadership and Development: * Lead, develop, and performance-manage the Underwater Mechanical Systems team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture. * Provide day-to-day directions, coaching, and feedback to specialist engineers and riding team members. * Drive team capability development through mentoring, structured training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. * Support succession planning, talent development, and onboarding of new team members. * Ensure consistent ways of working across the team and alignment with broader Marine Technology strategy. Financial Responsibilities: * Develop and manage maintenance budgets, spare-parts planning, and long-term service agreements in partnership with Technical Operations. * Manage underwater system capital projects and budgets, including multi-million-dollar initiatives. * Ensure financial accountability and effective cost-management for assigned CAPEX projects. Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills: Education: * Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent maritime qualifications (e.g., Chief Engineer License). Experience: * Minimum 15 years of experience with marine propulsion systems, including proven expertise in Azipod or similar systems (sailing experience as an Engineer Officer preferred). * Strong knowledge of electric propulsion and underwater mechanical systems, including ABB Azipod platforms (XO, and VO). * Experience in fleet technical management, dry-dock execution, and budget oversight. * Familiarity with high-power propulsion (10-22 MW) and vessels using azimuthing pods (cruise, ferry, offshore). * Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred Skills: * ABB Marine Academy Azipod certification. * Experience with ice-class or high-maneuverability vessels. * Knowledge of hybrid-propulsion trends and emerging efficiency technologies. * Proficiency with data-analytics tools and fleet-management systems. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to sit, stand, write, review / type reports, compile data, operate a computer, communicate, and assess information. * May require movement around office complexes, travel, and occasional lifting (10-15 pounds). * Work environment includes both office and non-office settings. * When visiting vessels, work may require walking up and down ramps, stairs, ladders, bending, kneeling, stooping, stretching, reaching with arms, working in confined spaces as well as working in noisy environments, wet environments, and outdoors to include various weather conditions. Agency and Third-Party Submissions: Please note this is a direct search by the Company, and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property. We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. #LI-MP1

This role is hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our ambitious Procurement team. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. About Us Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line. It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now. At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work that we do is exciting, challenging, and innovative. We are passionate, we are innovative, and we are unstoppable. Job Summary As the Senior Procurement Manager - Nautical within Marine Technical Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with our technical, new-building, and operational teams to define and implement innovative, cost-effective solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in sourcing and managing suppliers to ensure the Royal Caribbean fleet benefits from differentiated nautical systems that enhance vessel performance, safety, and passenger experience. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for nautical categories * Collaborate closely with technical and operational teams to understand project requirements and technical specifications * Engage with suppliers to negotiate contracts, manage relationships, and ensure supply chain reliability * Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and technological advancements * Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across procurement activities * Support new-building projects and ongoing maintenance with innovative procurement solutions including life cycle costing * Collaborate with stakeholders to define SLA's and KPI's for suppliers Work Environment * Up to 25% domestic and international travel as necessary What we'd love you to have: * Extensive experience within nautical procurement * Strong understanding of nautical systems, technologies, and industry standards * Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills * Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment * Proven track record of delivering cost-competitive, differentiated solutions at scale * Strong commercial mindset and a keen problem solver with a strong personal drive * Beneficial: BSc or MSc in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar We have high ambitions for this role and what it can deliver, so if you see yourself as a match, please apply now! We guarantee excitement, challenges, great colleagues, a unique global opportunity in a company enabling global trade. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. RCL and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon

This role is hybrid, based in Weybridge, UK. Applicants must live within commutable distance. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our dynamic team of Culinary Recruiters. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. About Us Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line. It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now. At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work that we do is exciting, challenging, and innovative. We are passionate, we are innovative, and we are unstoppable. The Role The Culinary Recruiter is responsible for delivering an efficient and effective hiring process for shipboard culinary positions. This role oversees requisition management and full-cycle candidate selection to ensure seamless recruiting experience. The Recruiter develops and executes sourcing strategies, manages pipelines, and provides market insights to leadership to support informed decision-making. In close partnership with operational stakeholders, the Recruiter leverages available resources to attract, identify, screen, and hire top global culinary talent. The role continuously evaluates and improves recruiting processes to enhance efficiency, quality of hire, and overall candidate experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Sources, screens, and interviews candidates for all culinary positions to work on our ships. Including support for special projects, high-volume roles, and emerging talent * Partners with hiring managers to review and understand forecast talent needs and responds effectively to just-in-time hiring requests * Engage stakeholders to define job requirements and applicant qualifications, ensuring alignment to a consistent set of criteria established at the start of the hiring process * Determine recruiting requirements by reviewing organisational plans and objectives and consulting with managers regarding shipboard staffing needs * Evaluates and selects top talent through direct sourcing and various recruitment channels to meet departmental and vessel workforce demands * Executes proactive sourcing strategies to build strong talent pipelines that support both short and long-term business needs * Achieves hiring targets and key performance metrics by regularly reviewing productivity reports to assess the effectiveness of recruiting strategies and processes * Monitors current labour market trends and adjusts sourcing approaches to ensure continued competitiveness * Interviews candidates to assess their adaptability and suitability for the shipboard environment * Utilises competency-based interviewing to evaluate candidates and provides hiring recommendations to managers and fellow recruiters; may make hiring decisions for select entry-level roles * Supports hiring managers with interview scheduling and coordination as needed * Ensure each candidate receives an accurate and complete job description during the hiring process * Communicate job offers to select candidates in accordance with company standards and policies * Travel domestically and internationally to support recruitment events as required * Uses reporting tools and dashboards to monitor productivity, candidate flow, and overall effectiveness of shipboard recruiting * Prepares a variety of reports, including status updates, talent search summaries, and analyses of talent pools and gap areas for shipboard roles Qualifications / Skills * Minimum 3 years' recruitment experience within culinary / food & beverage / hospitality * Experience in high volume recruiting a plus * Cruise industry experience preferred * Proven ability to source, interview and screen candidates (management, specialty and high-volume roles) * Demonstrated capability to recruit positions in various levels of the organisation (entry to senior level) * Ability to negotiate terms and conditions with candidates within established guidelines * Ability to handle multiple projects and requisitions simultaneously * Ability to communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing * Ability to productively work under tight time constraints with competing priorities and potentially stressful situations * Working knowledge of accepted human resources recruitment practices and knowledge of recruitment processes in various countries * Knowledge of world geography, time differences and demographic * Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Microsoft Office tools * A passion for hospitality and the cruise industry is a must! Why Join Us? * Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare, pension, and travel perks * Opportunities for career development and international travel * Work within a vibrant, diverse, and innovative team committed to excellence Location - Based in Weybridge, UK - 4 days a week in the office. We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates 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. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon! #LI-ST1