
Carnival UK are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking an Assistant Crew Planning Manager to bring fresh insights and expertise to our People department.
The Assistant Crew Planning Manager is responsible for annualised Officer planning for their designated team area, ensuring all vessels are properly resourced as per required complement levels, with appropriately qualified and experienced crew members.
This role acts as a subject matter expert for annualised Officer planning, ensuring that all Officers are fully utilised in conjunction with the SMT, Deck and Technical Officers Working Days Policy, working with Fleet Resourcing to ensure the fleet always has the required establishment for their areas of responsibility.
The Assistant Crew Planning Manager is required to respond to change, ensuring optimal efficiency of both planned and unplanned scheduling. You provide support to team members in managing unplanned activity and proactively escalating to the Crew Planning Manager and stakeholders.
You are required to build and create best practice for annualised Officer planning across the operations, working with peers to ensure that their teams are operating to the required standard. You identify areas of improvement, efficiency opportunities and imbed through regular training and supporting to develop consistency amongst the crew planning community.
This pivotal role will involve:
This role is positioned at CUK8 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time 13 month fixed term basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.
What You'll Bring
Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:
About You: The Ideal Candidate
You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:
Application Guidance
Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about People and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Working with us means more than just a role in the People team. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth.
Read our employee experience guide to learn more about life as a Carnival UK colleague.
CUK-employee-experience-guide-July-2025.pdf
Here’s what we offer:
Take the next step
Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.
Recruitment Journey
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Holidays are one of life’s greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.