Analyst, Environmental Program

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The Royal Caribbean Group’s Environmental Program Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Analyst, Environmental Program reporting to the Sr Analyst, Environmental.

Position Summary:

Based in Miami, Florida, the Sr Analyst, Environmental will be supporting environmental initiatives for Royal Caribbean International’s (RCI) Private Destination Development organization. The analyst will focus on the environmental programs assigned for the development of private land-based destinations and be responsible for various assessment, strategies, execution, and monitoring of environmental activities through the development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have a general understanding of environmental stewardship in land-based developments with experience in transformation projects relying on data and research involving environmental impact assessments (and associated studies), environmental management plans, best management practices, and environmental monitoring during construction and operation, etc.

This role will require close coordination with several other business areas within the Royal Caribbean Group (RCG), including, but not limited to private destination development, operations, and ESG. In addition, this role will also collaborate with external environmental partners, construction contractors, and various government agencies if/as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the environmental programs for Private Destination development, including internal (employees) and external (contractors) throughout the land development lifecycle (land selection through design/construction and into operation).
• Use data like project cost and potential risks for various land projects to remain aware of project status and requirements.
• Ensure that RCG’s environmental policies and the environmental principles and policies of private destination development are being effectively carried out for all projects (existing and new) in accordance with all relevant rules and regulations.
• Ensure that RCG’s environmental policies and the environmental principles and policies of private destination development are incorporated into the design of new projects and project expansions.
• Ensure that RCI’s environmental and hazardous materials policies applicable to shoreside operations are in compliance with all applicable national and international regulations and that there is an active feedback and corrective action process.
• Provide support to the responsible stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of a project including site selection, design, construction, and operations.
• Provide assistance for enhancing and improving projects by incorporating the environmental stewardship Product Development’s environmental principles.
• When needed, support relationships with various environmental partners, including both internal (corporate ESG, island environmental officers, etc.) and external (e.g., consulting agencies, independent contractors, etc.).
• Participate in environmental compliance audits, analyze trends, and develop corrective action programs.
• Stay abreast of emerging environmental trends and technologies, including (but not limited to) waste, water, and energy systems.
• Give timely updates to team members on all environmental issues, including pollution prevention using techniques such as minimization, reuse, recycling, treatment, and proper disposal.
• Monitor environmental programs for compliance with all policies, including reviewing the periodic environmental reports and self-assessments.
• Attend training and research new and existing projects and the associated equipment, environmental strategies, operating requirements, and new technologies.
• Investigate environmental incidents and accidents as directed.
• Recommend actions to prevent the occurrence of any environmental nonconformities relating to the product, process, and quality system.
• Identify, record, and act on any environmental problems relating to the product, process, and quality system.
• Establish positive working relationships with environmental groups and peers.
• Keep all private destination environmental documents and programs fresh and up to date.
• Create/update environmental presentations.
• Other activities as directed.

Financial Responsibilities:

Responsible for coordinating financial activities, supporting capital budgets, tracking actual expenses vs. forecast, and following recommendations to ensure budgetary compliance for the Department and select investments.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required in environmental science, biology, or another closely related field; MBA preferred.
• Previous experience in the environmental principles and practices in complex land-based development.
• Solid understanding of environmental principles around waste, water, energy, and construction.
• Awareness of International and U.S. environmental rules and regulations.
• Able to organize tactical plans utilizing project management principles.
• Ability to communicate tactfully with department heads, managers, coworkers, and employees to resolve problems and escalate as needed.
• Ability to effectively apply the RCCL environmental policies and practices and Product Development’s environmental principles.
• Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within a variety of software packages such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel as required.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, write, review and type reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. The employee may move about the office complex, may travel to other office locations and may lift, push, pull or move 10 - 15 pounds. Visual requirements include distant, close and color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The environment includes work inside/outside the office on various terrain and environments. This position requires travel.

We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon!

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