Manager, Technical Operations, Disney Cruise Line at The Walt Disney Company

Singapore

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cruise Line, Entertainment, MaritimeIndustries

Requirements

Based in the Singapore office
Experience managing Marine Technical Operations (MTO) technical teams, including personnel development
Knowledge of shipboard technical systems, including gaseous and liquid fuels, ballast, and fresh water
Ability to assist in development and planning of key maintenance periods aligned with vessel operational profiles
Capability to appoint and manage subcontractors for maintenance and repairs within time and budget constraints
Proficiency in reviewing, adjusting, and introducing procedures and work instructions
Expertise in ensuring proper record keeping and adherence to Classification and Regulatory compliance
Familiarity with technical aspects of Flag State, Port State, international, and classification society requirements, including Continuous Survey Hull and Machinery
Knowledge of DCL standards, IMO IGF Code, and applicable regulations for fuels
Understanding of IMO SOLAS, IMO International Code for Low Flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code), and Det Norske Veritas Rules for Ships
Experience with engineering documentation for hazardous areas (Hazardous Areas Zoning Plans, Hazard Identification Analyses, Hazard and Operability Studies, Schedule of electrical powered installations, OEM Nationally Accredited Approval Certificates)

Responsibilities

Manage Technical System Maintenance for the Disney Adventure and other vessels in the Asia & Pacific region
Manage assigned Marine Technical Operations (MTO) technical team, including personnel development
Ensure upkeep and performance of assigned shipboard technical systems (e.g., gaseous and liquid fuels, ballast, fresh water)
Assist in development and planning of key maintenance periods aligned with vessel operational profiles
Appoint and manage subcontractors for contract maintenance and repairs on time and within budgets
Review, adjust, and introduce procedures and work instructions for areas of responsibility
Ensure proper record keeping and adherence to Classification and Regulatory compliance
Assist with departmental budgets for areas of responsibility
Act as liaison with Flag State, Port State, international, and classification society for areas of responsibility
Oversee compliance with technical aspects of Flag State, Port State, international, and classification society resolutions/requirements, including maintenance verification under Classification Society Continuous Survey Hull and Machinery
Oversee maintenance support for Disney Adventure and other Asia & Pacific vessels, ensuring proper documentation in company-approved maintenance system
Provide oversight and management of DCL standards and operations for fuels and IMO IGF Code/regulations, coordinating with Ship Teams, Classification Society, and Vendors
Arrange and oversee engine and fuel systems maintenance and conversion planning, Approval Procedure, and Documentation per applicable standards (e.g., IMO SOLAS, IGF Code, Det Norske Veritas Rules)
Oversee updating of Engineering documentation for hazardous areas works

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Technical Systems MaintenanceMarine Technical OperationsShipboard SystemsTeam ManagementPersonnel Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or office-based?

This role is based in the Singapore office.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

The role involves managing technical system maintenance for Disney Adventure and other vessels in the Asia & Pacific region, overseeing the Marine Technical Operations team, ensuring upkeep of shipboard systems like fuels and water, planning maintenance, managing subcontractors, and maintaining compliance and record keeping.

What skills or experience are required for this role?

Key skills include expertise in marine technical operations, personnel management and development, maintenance planning for shipboard systems like fuels and water, subcontractor management, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with Flag State, Port State, and classification society requirements.

What is the company culture like at Disney Cruise Line?

Disney emphasizes innovation, imagination, and inclusion at its core, fostering an inclusive employee experience with continuous learning, development, and achievement through global growth and collaboration.

Who does this role report to?

This role reports to the Director, Marine & Technical Operations in Singapore.