Senior Manager, Underwater Systems

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. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

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Royal Caribbean Group’s Global Marine Operations Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Senior Manager, Underwater Systems reporting to the AVP, Marine Technical Services
.

This is a land-based position that will work onsite in Weybridge, England.

In this position, you would be responsible for the mechanical underwater systems. We are seeking a dedicated technical specialist with specialized expertise in underwater mechanical systems including podded propulsion drives, thrusters and fin stabilizers to support our fleet’s technical operations. This shore-based role focuses on overseeing the performance, maintenance, and optimization of underwater mechanical systems across the Royal Caribbean Group fleet, that includes Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises.

You would ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant operation of all underwater mechanical systems contributing to reduced fuel consumption, enhanced maneuverability, and minimal environmental impact. You would need to collaborate with vessel crews, shipyards, vendors, and classification societies, with occasional vessel visits and travel.

• Acts as the technical specialist within Underwater Mechanical Systems and is responsible for providing technical support and guidance to Marine Technical Operations and onboard technical teams.
• Monitors and analyzes the performance of podded propulsion systems fleet-wide using remote diagnostics, condition monitoring tools in close collaboration with Vendors and Marine Asset Management.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of podded propulsion units during dry docks and scheduled stops.
• Troubleshoots propulsion issues remotely and on-site, minimizing vessel downtime and ensuring operational reliability.
• Manages large-scale underwater system repairs and projects.
• Plans, oversees and leads underwater systems capital- and dry-dock projects/maintenance.
• Responsible for obsolescence management and compliance strategies.
• Follows up on technical issues, manages corrective actions, and shares lessons learned.

• Offers first and second-level support for underwater mechanical systems to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient vessel operations.
• Maintains effective communication with the Marine Technology team, Marine Technical Operations, and senior Marine Management onboard.
• Works closely with Ship Managers, keeping them informed about electrical issues and overseeing electrical projects.
• Coordinates major underwater systems projects with Ship Managers and senior Marine Management.
• Supervises and supports repairs and maintenance of vessel underwater systems.
• Provides technical guidance and training to shipboard engineering teams on podded propulsion operation and best practices.

• Collaborates with classification societies and regulatory agencies.
• Ensures compliance with international maritime regulations (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL), classification society rules (e.g., DNV, Lloyd’s), and company safety/environmental standards.
• Conducts ship visits and inspections to confirm compliance with regulations and company policy.
• Ensures all underwater system-related failures, incidents, and damages are investigated, with root cause analyses and corrective actions implemented. Conducts risk assessments and implements preventive measures for propulsion-related failures.
• Shares lessons learned to prevent recurrence…