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Where passion meets opportunity

The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail!

Your Purpose

You will develop and review Itineraries for the Exlpora Journeys fleet, using professional nautical tools and company developed software to achieve short, mid, and long-term optimization in performing the best Itinerary possible from a Nautical perspective; having in mind the commercial aspect, the timing, the mileage and taking into consideration the optimal engine configuration and relative fuel consumption. 

Your Impact

• Assisting in the preparation/study/analysis of future Itineraries strategy, identifying the best possible Itinerary, from a Nautical perspective, using such professional Nautical tools as Navigate, to get the most accurate Itinerary profile;
• Prepares new Itineraries when required;
• Adjusts/Modifies any Itinerary not in line with Company Standard if requested;
• Maintains and updates Navigate and checks its proper functionality;
• Maintains and updates the C-Route software in all its Nautical aspects, including Port Database reporting any anomalies encountered in the system;
• Prepares Maps of the Itinerary for commercial purposes;
• Verifying that the fleet sends all the routes when necessary and cross checks all information is updated included the Ship’s Voyage Schedule in accordance with Company Voyage Planning procedure;
• Managing the Common Route Database;
• Monitoring alignment of the Standard Route with the Route used from the ship.;
• Prepares and delivers monthly fuel performance and nautical data analysis presentations;
• Develops fuel budget reports and presentations to support financial planning and forecasting; 

Your Journey so far

• Experience sailing onboard as a 2nd Officer, or Higher, preferably within the Cruise Industry
• Knowledge of Nautical planning strategies and correlated activities is preferred
• Excellent listener and proactive learner, willing to increase own knowledge in planning methodology, technology, and ship performance management;
• Excellent analytical, dynamical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Proficient in documentation preparation and the ability to utilise Data efficiently
• Excellent English and communication skills combined with the ability to work in team;
• As the job follows the Fleet deployment, it is essential to be available to work outside typical office hours, ex. over the weekend/bank holiday when required

Your Essentials

The existing right to live and work in the UK is preferred. 

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!