Dry Dock Systems Manager

Job ID 10110905 Location London, United Kingdom Business Disney Cruise Line Date posted Jan. 31, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Under the oversight of the Senior Manager Dry Dock , this role is responsible for managing and optimizing the database system (Amos) used for statutory and compliance requirements in running cruise ships. You will ensure data integrity, define best practice uses for the database, perform troubleshooting, and assist in optimizing the performance of database during the planning and execution phases of the dry-docking/out of service periods of our Cruise Ships.

You'll coordinate with project managers, consultants, vendors, and shipyard teams to ensure seamless project schedules and execution.

The position requires a blend of database management and project scheduling expertise to ensure efficient project planning and execution during ship refits.

This role is based in Disney Cruise Line’s London Hammersmith office and requires approx. 3 months of global travel per year – incl. fully presence during dry dock (refit) periods.

What You Will Do

Support the Disney Cruise line dry dock team with planning, execution and supervising input into the AMOS database for all dry dock projects
Provide support and guidance to the Dry Dock Team with regards to system configuration possibilities to meet their requirements
Manage structure and contents to the system to confirm they align with established conventions
Manage and verify AMOS procedures for the Dry Docks are being correctly followed through continuous team coaching and training
Manage and consolidate technical drawings, certificates, and technical manuals in the digital library.
Ensure that all new assets/inventory is updated accordingly in AMOS
Responsible for the creation and management of new reports to use for analysis of costs and data stability.
Responsible for driving and developing process improvements to ensure maximal compliance from end users
Consult, advise, and influence the user best practices of AMOS system for the management for the dry docks.
Collaborating with IT teams and software developers to integrate databases with existing systems and applications. Ensure that systems are continuously developed to meet dry docking requirements.
Coordinate the overall and individual project schedules, establishing which projects have a critical path. Identifying potential work conflicts, pinch points and logistics conflicts. Lead discussions on any conflict resolution.
Maintain, track and lead presentations of master schedule discussions throughout the execution phase of the dry dock project.
Coordinate with Project Managers and 3rd party vendors to receive the project planning, daily work schedule, of individual projects to be undertaken during dry docking/out of service period.
Leverage Microsoft Project and other scheduling tools to create, import, integrate, all projects into a master schedule for the dry dock/out of service period.
During dry docking, coordinate walkthroughs on projects to track daily progress of work against schedule, recording all data to produce daily report
Identify in advance using master schedule slippage in progress of project schedules, liaise with DCL project managers and construction vendors to return projects to scheduled timelines.
Post dry dock produce and present construction vendor quality/assessment report for project evaluation to project managers and senior leaders and establish lessons learnt
Preparation documentation to aid improvement of dry dock procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field
Confident in managing databases – both from a technical and a usability point of view (please note, this is not a software engineering role)
Have a strong understanding of planning/scheduling and quality control practices
Ability to develop strong relationships and lead in a team environment
Demonstrated strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to be flexible with work schedule and travel
High level of knowledge and experience in Microsoft Project
Proficient computer skills with familiarity using Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Project Management
Experience working with vendors/contractors
Cruise/Maritime industry experience
Knowledge of construction practices and related accounting

The Perks

25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance & dental care
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
Excellent parental and guardian leave
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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About Disney Cruise Line:

A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard our growing fleet of ships and Disney’s island destinations in The Bahamas, our exceptional crew and cast members provide legendary Disney service and enchanting entertainment to our guests that only Disney can deliver.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Magical Cruise Co., Ltd, which is part of a business we call Disney Cruise Line.

Magical Cruise Co., Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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