Viking

Manager Nautical

Reference:
4281
Recruiter:
Viking
Category:
Land Based Jobs
Published:
July 29, 2018

Purpose of Position

As the World’s Leading River Cruise Line® and the #1 Ocean Cruise Line, we are constantly innovating our business and growing our fleet. With more than 60 river ships and 4 ocean vessels cruising for example in Europe, Asia and Russia, there is tremendous opportunity to join our dynamically growing company. For the complement of our nautical department, we are looking for a Manager Nautical.
This position is based in our European Head Office in Basel, Switzerland. Please be aware that we can only accept applicants with a valid working permit or who are eligible to work in Switzerland.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assisting in the creation and implementation of sailing lists
  • Requesting and booking of locks and berths
  • Updating plans in case of deviations and change of sailing lists
  • Continuous communication with our vessels
  • Controlling invoices of suppliers and partners

QUALIFICATION PROFILE

  • Completed vocational training
  • Good organizational skills, exact working style
  • Attention to detail, ability to cope with hectic situations
  • Good communication skills
  • Fluency in English and German (both in written and spoken), French/Dutch skills would be an advantage
  • Very good computer skills, especially Excel; affinity to software

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Flexible working hours
  • Free parking
  • Free soft drinks, juices and coffee
  • Regular company events, e.g. sports games, BBQ, cooking classes
  • A modern working environment with height-adjustable desks
  • A dynamic and fast-growing environment where you can drive your future
  • A free cruise for you and your +1 every two years

Language Requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

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THE VIKING STORY

More than 20 years ago, Viking® set the standard for what river cruising should be, and today we are the leader that all others follow. In 2015, we took the same small ship, destination-focused experience to the seas and reinvented ocean cruising. Over the years Viking has won numerous ocean and river cruise line awards from Condé Nast Traveler, Cruise Critic, Travel + Leisure, Travel Weekly and more.

Viking is a strong and dynamic company—with a growing fleet of more than 80 river ships and seven ocean vessels cruising over 100 itineraries around the world.

JOIN THE VIKING FAMILY

If you have always dreamed of combining your love of travel with the ability to grow your career, consider a position at Viking. We are the world’s leading small ship cruise line, and there is tremendous potential to advance your career with us. As part of our crew, when your ship is docked at the many destinations we visit, you can explore ashore and refresh during your free time.

Additionally, with Viking’s award-winning service and thoughtfully curated onboard experiences, our guests are typically very satisfied. This, combined with Viking’s gratuity guidelines, means that you can expect to be well rewarded as an employee on board a Viking ship.


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