River cruise ship First Captain

Uniworld owns and operates a fleet of thirteen intimate, boutique river cruise ships on the European waterways which cater exclusively to English-speaking clients.
To support our Nautical Team we are looking for an experienced and dedicated professional in the role of:

First Captain

Your responsibilities will include

• Navigating the ship according to guidelines and safety regulations of the company
• Responsibility for safety of all passengers and crew on board
• Maintenance of our ships during the season and in winter time
• Professional Management of Nautical Team
• Communication on board with Hotel manager and Cruise manager

You

• Have experience in similar role on Rhine-Main-Danube
• Have experience with Z-Drive systems (is not a must)
• Have at least license for the Rhine until Mainz and/or Danube
• Are innovative, flexible and proactive leader and team player
• Have ability to communicate and conduct business fluently in German and/or English
• Have good computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• You are willing to learn and grow in your role

We

• Are a company with strong values; We are committed to our social, economic, and environmental responsibilities
• We are experts in luxury travel on and off the rivers
• We are warm and welcoming
• We have a strong nautical support team
• We are one company (nautical, technical, hotel) with short communication lines
• We are proud of our luxury product, our well-maintained ships and high safety standards
• Give you stability, but also flexibility
  (Swiss Contract, flexible holiday planning prepared in advance - 2/2 or 4/4 - 170 days off,
  travel days are noted as working days, social security coverage, travel expenses, uniforms and more)
• Take your career seriously (provide on-going development opportunities, safety and other training, promote within the organisation)
• Are looking for You!