Second captain

Nautic
Full-time
Waterways Europe
Are you ambitious and is safety your middle name?
The second captain is the right hand of the captain. The general navigation, maneuvering and safety procedures of the ship will be led by you. The second captain is also responsible for the maintenance, cleaning and overall orderliness of the vessel’s deck.
If you have the ambition to one day be the first captain yourself and are willing to learn, then this job is made for you.

Your profile:
  • Good command of German and/or English language
  • Valid Captain licenses for Rhine (Danube is a plus)
  • Experience on river cruise ships
  • VHF & Radio licenses
  • Certificates for First aid, safety expert and/or BDO are a plus
  • Hospitality-oriented personality representative appearance
No licenses or experience yet? Apply for Steersman.

Our offer:
  • The ability to work on a first-class innovative river cruise ship
  • Unlimited Swiss contract
  • Attractive rotation arrangement: 4 weeks on board- 4 weeks at home
  • 180 paid holidays, depending on the rotation arrangement
  • Travel expenses paid per ticket
  • 1st and 2nd pillar pension (100% of the contribution paid by Scylla)
  • Health and accident insurance (100% of the contribution is paid by Scylla)
  • Insured both on board and during your holidays ashore
  • Intensive training
  • High-quality crew food
Apply now, join the Scylla family and set sail for new adventures!
Please send us your CV in English.

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