First Captain
As First Captain you are responsible for the entire ship: navigating and manoeuvring, managing and supervising all nautical-technical matters. In addition, you are responsible for the safety of the ship according to current legal regulations, passengers and crew. The captain works closely with the hotel manager on board.
As a First Captain, you are entrusted with the complete operation of the vessel. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the safe and efficient passage from point A to point B. You are a skilled navigator, commanding the ship’s voyage with precision.
Captains must be well-versed in the ship’s various components and proficient in its operation. This includes maintaining equipment on board and resolving any issues that arise. You will lead your crew, overseeing their performance and ensuring smooth operations throughout the journey.
Effective communication, quick decision-making, and seamless navigation are essential skills for a First Captain, ensuring that every voyage is executed flawlessly.
Are you the one we are looking for?
Always High quality is nr 1 for you
You believe in Integrity, Self-awareness, Courage, Respect, Compassion, and Resilience for Yourself and the Team
You:
You have affinity with the tourism sector
You are service-oriented and have an enthusiastic appearance and you get along well with different types of people
A good command of the Dutch, English and German language (more languages is an advantage)
Experience in the river cruise industry
Well-groomed and representative appearance
You take responsibility for the effective and safe operation of the vessel and its equipment, ensuring adherence to regulations
Accurate and stress-resistant
you oversee all vessel operations, including navigation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office package, especially Excel
Sijfa Travel:
A Swiss contract with excellent primary and secondary employment conditions such as, pension fund, health insurance, sickness salary benefits, accident insurance, income tax at source.
Attractive salary based on experience
Paid holiday, rotaton schedule by mutual agreement
Travel expenses are being paid
Are one company (nautical, technical, hotel) with short communication lines
Provide uniform, laundry, free wifi, lodging, meals, crew sundeck area
Are a company with strong values; We are committed to our social, economic, and environmental responsibilities
The opportunity to travel Europe and make friends for life
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