Director, Maritime Technical

Director, Maritime Technical - Power Plant This is a land-based position that will work onsite in Weybridge, UK. Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our Global Marine Operations 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. 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 Director, Maritime Technical - Power Plant  is a subject matter expert overseeing power plant performance, engine overhaul schedules, budgets, and maintenance for Royal Caribbean Group’s fleet. The role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operations of LNG, methanol, and conventional marine engines, while supporting implementation of alternative-fuel procedures. Responsibilities include providing technical support, managing vendor and regulatory relationships, leading financial planning for retrofits and CAPEX, and driving efficiency and safety initiatives. The position also fosters collaboration with ship engineering and Marine Operations teams, and regularly updates executive leadership on power plant status. Essential Duties and Responsibilities   Technical Leadership & Support

Ensure safe and efficient operation of conventional- and alternative‑fueled cruise vessels and all related marine engine systems. Develop and maintain shipboard and shoreside procedures for LNG and methanol operations in alignment with RCG standards. Oversee the technical integrity, design, and approval of alternative‑fuel and engine systems for existing ships. Identify and evaluate new technologies, including software‑based solutions, to optimize engine and fuel system performance. Develop short‑, mid‑, and long‑term strategies for compliance with EEXI, CII, and broader decarbonization objectives. Establish and maintain KPIs to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

Operational Management

Provide second‑level technical support on alternative‑fuel and engine‑related issues to ensure safe, compliant operations. Deliver clear and timely updates to executive leadership on retrofit progress and energy‑efficiency initiatives. Maintain strong communication channels with Marine Technology, Marine Technical Operations, and onboard leadership.

Compliance & Safety

Partner with classification societies and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance across fuel and engine systems. Conduct ship visits and inspections to confirm compliance with company and regulatory standards. Engage with key vendors (e.g., Wärtsilä, Everllence, DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register) to monitor industry developments and optimize adoption of new fuel and engine technologies.

Project & Vendor Management

Monitor technical and safety bulletins and coordinate necessary corrective actions. Collaborate with Energy Management and fuel‑supply teams on energy‑efficiency initiatives and emerging fuel opportunities. Provide newbuilding support, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal design and functionality.

People Leadership & Development

Lead, develop, and performance‑manage the Engines 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