Weather Routing Analyst

Job title: Weather Routing Analyst

About the Role The Weather Routing Analyst provides safe, efficient, and customer-centric voyage routing services to shipping clients. This role combines operational execution, real-time communication, data management, and service coordination to optimize routes and keep stakeholders informed throughout each voyage.

What You'll Do

• Voyage Setup & Operational Execution: Receive and process new voyage orders from clients in a timely manner; Create, configure, and validate voyage profiles in proprietary routing systems; Analyze forecast weather, ocean currents, and routing constraints to prepare initial recommended routes; Provide route guidance and updates to vessels throughout the voyage, balancing safety, fuel efficiency, and schedule commitments; Monitor vessel progress and adjust routing recommendations based on evolving weather or operational conditions.
• Communication & Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for assigned voyages, ensuring clear, proactive, and professional communication with shipmasters and client representatives; Deliver regular performance updates, ETA revisions, and risk advisories to stakeholders; Escalate operational concerns or deviations to supervisors when required; Support seamless handovers between global offices and teams to ensure 24/7 service continuity.
• Data Collection, Analysis & Reporting: Collect, validate, and record vessel performance data (noon reports, sensor data, weather observations, etc.); Monitor and document fuel consumption, speed performance, and weather-related deviations using proprietary applications; Prepare voyage summaries, post-voyage analyses, and client-specific reports as required; Contribute data and observations to internal performance databases and dashboards.
• Customer Service & Client Support: Provide top-tier customer service by ensuring timely responses, accurate information, and professional handling of client queries; Support client onboarding and usage of routing dashboards, software tools, and reporting systems when needed; Identify recurring client issues or requests and communicate them to supervisors for process or product improvement; Help demonstrate the value of routing services through examples of fuel savings, operational efficiencies, and safety improvements.
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Awareness: Ensure all routing advice adheres to safety standards, regulatory constraints, and company procedures; Monitor and highlight operational risks such as adverse weather, piracy zones, ice limits, or restricted navigation areas; Document decisions and communications for audit readiness and potential commercial claim scenarios; Stay updated on routing-related regulations, environmental requirements, and best practices.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Work closely with team members across global offices to support unified service delivery; Provide operational feedback to supervisors and software teams regarding system functionality or enhancement opportunities; Participate in internal training sessions on weather interpretation, ship-shore communication, and routing methodologies; Contribute ideas for improving workflow efficiency, reporting quality, and customer experience.

What We're Looking For

• Required:
• Minimum STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch (Deck) Certificate of Competency (Second Officer or equivalent).
• 1-3 years sailing experience on ocean going vessels with minimum rank of a third navigational watch officer.
• Strong understanding of marine weather forecasting and voyage planning principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience interacting with shipmasters, technical teams, or shipping clients.
• Ability to multitask and work under time-sensitive conditions.
• Proficiency with routing or marine operational software (training will be provided).
• High attention to detail and a strong customer service mindset.
• Preferred:
• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Oceanography, Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in weather routing, marine operations, or vessel performance analysis (or equivalent internship/academic experience).
• Familiarity with charter party terms, commercial exposure, or vessel performance metrics.
• Exposure to decarbonization initiatives or emissions-related voyage considerations.

Nice to Have

• Experience with decarbonization initiatives or emissions-related voyage considerations.
• Additional certifications or advanced degrees related to marine operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Work on impactful solutions that promote global sustainability
• Leverage cutting-edge technologies in a supportive, agile environment
• Grow your career with opportunities for learning and development
• Competitive Compensation Package