The Analyst, Fuel Performance & Decarbonization supports fleet-wide fuel planning, performance optimization, cost reduction, and decarbonization initiatives for Carnival Cruise Line (CCL). The role develops data-driven forecasting and modelling tools to improve fuel demand planning, consumption forecasting, and bunkering strategies, while identifying opportunities for fuel and operational cost savings. The Analyst also supports KPI reporting, variance analysis, business cases, and regulatory compliance, including SEEMP, EU/UK MRV, and FuelEU requirements, providing actionable insights to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and environmental accountability.

Essential Functions:

• Fuel Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning: 

  • Develop fuel budgets, consumption forecasts, and short- and long-term fuel lift plans to optimize bunkering schedules across the CCL fleet.

  • Support fuel demand planning by analyzing vessel deployment, itineraries, operational profiles, and fuel availability, and implementing advanced modelling tools to streamline and improve the planning process.

• Fuel Modeling & Optimization:

  • Support the implementation and enhancement of advanced fuel demand modelling, forecasting, and optimization tools.

  • Identify opportunities to optimize fuel consumption through operational, technical, and itinerary-related initiatives.

• Performance Monitoring & KPI Reporting:

  • Track actual fuel consumption and costs against budgets and forecasts, conduct variance analysis, and provide insights to Operations and Finance.

  • Coordinate with Fuel Performance & Decarbonization team on the development, monitoring, and reporting of fuel, efficiency, cost, and operational KPIs.   

• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:

  • Support the development and maintenance of SEEMP Part I & II, EU/UK MRV, FuelEU, and other regulatory monitoring and reporting requirements.

  • Assist with fuel tax exemption certificates and ensure accurate fuel consumption and emissions data for regulatory compliance.

• Fuel Cost Reduction & Business Cases:

  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses and business cases for fuel cost reduction, energy efficiency, and operational optimization initiatives.

  • Quantify potential savings, financial impacts, investment requirements, and risks to support management decision-making.                                               

• Performs other duties as assigned                                                                 

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering, Engineering, Business Analytics or Data Science.

• Experience developing forecast models & business cases, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.

• 2+ years of experience in relevant role i.e. energy management, marine operations, fuel & energy consumption is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, Numerical modeling tools, Asset management software. 

• Knowledge of marine fuels & bunkering operations. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Coding background in Python or any other language is a plus. 

• Excellent communication and analytical skills. 

• Experience with marine asset management software.

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

Travel: Less than 25% 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 Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on 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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