Safety Ops Manager

3 Months ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Safety Operations Manager will be responsible for Fleet and Private Island Safety operations, ensuring compliance with all national and international rules and regulations. This role involves collaborating with Safety Managers and shipboard personnel, inspecting vessels and islands, reviewing and updating maintenance schedules, defining operational requirements, and assisting in organizing maintenance work for safety-related equipment. The manager will also be responsible for special projects, identifying new technology, collaborating with stakeholders, maintaining technical documentation, assisting with ship assembly plans, and contributing to alternative fuel safety measures. The role requires active participation in technical discussions and involvement in new build teams, coordinating safety equipment maintenance, and aligning private island safety procedures.
Must have:
  • 5 years shipboard experience in a Deck/Engineering or Safety Officer role
  • Leadership, organizational, and project management skills
  • Ability to influence leadership with a collaborative approach
  • Demonstrated communication, presentation, and public speaking skills
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Good to have:
  • Cruise industry experience shipboard and shoreside preferred
  • Master Mariner License or Chief Engineer License
  • MBA or equivalent degree

Job Details

Job Posting Title:

Safety Ops Manager

Req ID:

10120943

Job Description:

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, apply today.

As a Safety Operations Manager, this role will be responsible for Fleet and Private Island Safety operations, ensuring compliance with all National, International Rules/Regulations, and Class requirements.


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 Islands

 

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years shipboard experience in a Deck/Engineering or Safety Officer role
  • Leadership, organizational and project management skills
  • 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.

 

Required Education

  • Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent technical experience/certification

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cruise industry experience shipboard and shoreside preferred

 

Preferred Education

  • Master Mariner License or Chief Engineer License
  • MBA or equivalent degree

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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:

2025-05-09

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