Deck and Safety Asset Director

The Deck and Safety Asset Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the strategic management, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance of all deck and safety-related assets, including intact and damage stability across the fleet. This position ensures that all ships maintain the highest standards of safety, stability and reliability of the related assets, in alignment with international maritime regulations and company policies. 

Essential Functions:

• Lead the lifecycle management of all deck and safety equipment across the fleet, including firefighting systems, mooring gear, watertight and fire screen doors, and lifesaving appliances such as lifeboats, davits, life rafts, Marine Evacuation Systems, and personal flotation devices. Develop and execute fleet-wide safety strategies, preventive maintenance programs, and asset renewal plans to ensure optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and the highest standards of maritime safety.
• Act as the subject matter expert on deck and safety systems and stability, providing authoritative guidance on regulatory compliance, asset performance in corporation working groups, ship and office audits. Act as a key advisor to senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and shipboard personnel, ensuring informed decision-making and alignment with industry best practices. Accountable for developing and implementing preventive and corrective action plans for audit findings, SRNC(Self Reported Non Conformities), and internal and IAG Investigations. Ensure compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, and classification society requirements.            
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of ship growth initiatives, including the coordination of lightship surveys and inclining experiments. Oversee weight control and preliminary stability assessments for each vessel during dry dock periods, ensuring accurate evaluation and safe integration or removal of deck and safety assets in alignment with regulatory and operational standards.
• Lead the development, management, and oversight of the annual budget for deck and safety assets, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, lifecycle planning, and operational needs.
• Maintain full accountability for cost control, and forecasting for the deck and safety assets, while identifying opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and long-term value creation across the fleet.
• Coordinates with the AVP of New Building on all deck and safety matters including providing feedback to the New Building team from the ships in service, to enable modifications/improvements to be implemented to prevent repeated defects/deficiencies on subsequent vessels. Coordinates with the Fleet Directors for the preparation of plans for modification/updates, to be implemented on existing vessels due to new Safety Regulations coming into force and obsolescence of equipment. Collaborate with shipboard leadership, technical teams to ensure alignment and standardization, as well as efficient execution of the maintenance of the onboard assets.  
• Lead strategic oversight of vendor partnerships and procurement operations related to deck and safety systems. Direct the evaluation, inspection, and continuous improvement of safety-critical equipment, ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations and alignment with the company’s safety standards.  
• Oversee the analysis of safety performance metrics and incident reports to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement. Champion data-driven strategies that enhance operational safety, reduce risk exposure, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the fleet.                                     

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering or equivalent
• Master’s Degree a Plus
• 10+ years or relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing deck and safety operations
• Experience with Passenger Ship operations. 
• Proven experience managing large-scale budgets and vendor relationships       

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth understanding of SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, and other relevant international maritime safety and environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with classification societies, flag state regulations, and port state control requirements.
• Strong grasp of shipboard safety systems, navigational operations, and lifecycle management of deck and safety equipment.
• Understanding of risk management practices and incident investigation procedures.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams across shipboard and shoreside environments.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in developing and managing complex operational budgets.
• Effective communicator, able to convey complex technical and regulatory information to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of international maritime safety regulations and classification society standards. 
• Strong computer skills on use of Microsoft office applications (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, PBI, Microsoft Project, etc.) 
• Must have working knowledge of Shipboard stability, Deck and Safety Equipment and their function.                                                                                                            

Physical Demands:Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Travel:25-50% with shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions:Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

This position is classified as “in-office.” As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.  

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Health Benefits:
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage 
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion. 
  • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
  • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.  
• Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement 
  • On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus

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