Routing Analyst Officer – Ascenz Marorka

On behalf of Ascenz Marorka, MARPRO Group is looking for a Routing Analyst Officer for the office in Varna, Bulgaria. You will report to the Director of fleet performance center/ Local Team Lead of the company.

The job

As a Routing Analyst Officer at Ascenz Marorka’s Weather Routing Operational Center in Varna, you will play a key role in providing voyage advice for vessels of all types. You will collect all necessary data before departure, including vessel characteristics, operational constraints and voyage information to calculate optimal route and speed using Ascenz Marorka’s software solutions. You will provide captains with meteorological and oceanographic forecasts and observations, advising them on passage planning before departure and throughout the ocean crossing. This includes assisting captains and shoreside stakeholders, monitoring vessel safety, and optimizing fuel consumption to support optimum voyage results.

You will compare vessel routes under similar conditions, incorporate observations from the vessels to comment on forecasts, and produce post-voyage reports that can support claim management when necessary. Additionally, you will contribute feedback to improve Ascenz Marorka’s software and operational processes. This position offers the chance to combine maritime expertise, data analysis, and customer service, making a direct impact on the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of global shipping operations.

Professional qualifications

• Education in either Master Mariner, Dual Purpose or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Officer of the Watch on vessels within the last 6 years
• Practical experience with weather routing software or services
• Experience with vessel operations and voyage planning preparations
• Excellent English skills both verbal and written

Personal characteristics

• Customer service mindset, able to assist and support captains and ship operators effectively
• Structured, detail-oriented, and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with IT systems, databases, and analytical tools
• Proactive and collaborative, capable of contributing to software improvement
• Flexible and adaptable, able to manage dynamic tasks and watch duties

Ascenz Marorka offers

• An exciting role in a professional maritime team at the Vessels Weather Routing Operational Center
• Opportunities for career growth within a global, innovative company
• A collaborative environment where digital innovation meets maritime expertise

Application

The application process is handled by MARPRO Group. If you have any questions to this position, please contact MARPRO Group at +45 5370 0995.

If you are interested in the position, please upload a motivated application and an updated CV via the application button. You will receive a confirmation email from us. Please check your spam folder, if you have not received the confirmation within 10 minutes after applying, to ensure future communication.

About Ascenz Marorka and GTT:

Ascenz Marorka, a GTT brand, is a leading provider of digital solutions for Smart Ships in the maritime industry. Its comprehensive digital platform supports ship owners and charterers worldwide with innovative and reliable solutions, including Electronic Fuel Monitoring, Vessel Performance Management, LNG Cargo Management, Emissions Monitoring, Operational and Regulatory Reporting, and Weather Routing. More details can be found at ascenzmarorka.com.

GTT (Gaztransport & Technigaz) is a world leader in cryogenic membrane containment systems used for the transport and storage of liquefied gases. With over 50 years of expertise, GTT serves shipyards, ship owners, terminal operators, and energy providers worldwide, driving innovation in LNG shipping and digital solutions for a more sustainable maritime industry. More details can be found at https://gtt.fr/