RIVER - Nautic - First Officer

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Europe or in possession of a valid work permit.

Role Overview Lead the way in safe and smooth navigation, delivering unparalleled comfort and satisfaction. Reporting directly to the Captain, you'll showcase your maritime expertise and create unforgettable experiences for our guests.

What You Will Do Onboard

• Ensure on board safety and a secure voyage
• Contribute to sustainable and efficient operations
• Remain informed with regular meetings and training sessions
• Ensure compliance of patents and crew qualifications
• Maintain smooth operations with accurate and timely reporting

Leadership

• Represent the Captain when required
• Make key decisions and lead with authority

WHY JOIN VIKING? On board our ship

• Uniforms are provided by Viking
• Lodging and meals are provided
• All our vessels are new and well maintained with modern crew cabins, comprising of a double bed, private bathroom, and flat screen TV
• Travel reimbursements
• Dedicated crew areas and activities
• Sundeck area

Benefits

• Social security benefits in accordance to Swiss or French contracts including pension, child allowance, occupational fund, unemployment insurance
• Viking Academy training programs
• Structured paths to grow onboard and into corporate roles
• Referral Program bonus
• Seniority bonus
• License stretch bonus
• Bonus calculated on the number of days worked onboard with guests

About You On board requirements

• Proven ability to sail independently in any and all conditions
• Independent and flexible mentality
• Dedicated to further education and obtaining additional licenses
• Decisive and assertive with an ability to make key decisions with confidence
• Inspire and work well with your team
• Lead by example and demonstrate accountability
• Exhibit strong leadership skills English mandatory
• Additional languages are a strong asset: Dutch, French, German, Slovakian, Hungarian …

Essential Qualifications

• Boatmaster
• VHF
• Radar
• Safety Expert (Sachkunde)

Required Licenses

• Danube patent from km 190 to km 2,322 or
• Rhine patent from km 333 to km 857 or
• French unlimited length license

About Us Viking (NYSE: VIK) was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™.

Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” for rivers, oceans and expeditions by Travel + Leisure. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors by both publications.

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