CAPTAIN

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.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Part of our nautical team on our River vessels, the Captain safely navigates our Viking Longships in compliance with all statutory regulations and ensures that guests feel comfortable. The Captain reports to the Corporate Captains and the Nautical Director.

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD

Serves as a role model for the entire crew
Navigates the vessel in compliance with regulations, timetables and lock times, to avoid delays and incidents
In case of high or low water, damage, and technical problems the Captain and the Program Director take ownership and inform the guests accordingly
Motivates crew and provides training for candidates of internal training programs and other crew members, including regular safety drills
Conducts frequently scheduled ship inspections, including monthly inspections of mooring lines
Organizes dumpsters and drinking water
Participates in meetings and company-relevant trainings
Acts as a brand ambassador on behalf of Viking including social obligations towards our guests (presence in public areas, welcome cocktail, Captain's dinner)

WHY JOIN VIKING?

Elevate Your Career
Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:

Regular training and simulator assessments within working time
Unlimited contracts with a 4/4, 4/2 or 2/2 system

On board our ship

Uniform are provided by Viking
Lodging and meals are provided
Single cabin guaranteed
Travel to/from the ship reimbursement payment
Dedicated crew area
Sundeck area for crew use

Employee benefits

Paid vacation
Referral program
Loyalty bonuses
Salary payments and social security benefits in accordance with Swiss conditions

ABOUT YOU

At least 1 year of work experience as a Captain/several years as a First Officer
Interested in further education (certificate extension, language skills…)
Independent and flexible
Decisive and assertive
Strong team worker and able to train/ lead the crew
Shows ambition and initiative; perseverant
Genuine interest in guest communication

Depending in which geographical area you are eligible to sail you need to fulfill the following obligatory requirements:

Rhine – Elbe – Mosel