1st Captain for European inland Waterways
GRC Global River Cruises GmbH
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises owns and operates a fleet of eleven 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:
1st 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 planing 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!
You don’t find yourself 100% in the above but you still believe you would fit our team? Apply anyway! We would love to get to know you!
Note: Due to legal requirements, we can only accept applicants from EU/EEA/CH. We welcome internal and external candidates. The position is based on our European ships.
Work location: 4310 Rheinfelden (AG)
Workload: 100%
Employment start: Immediately
Employment duration: Permanent
Work form: Shift work, Sunday and holiday work
Qualification: Skilled
Work experience: More than 1 year
Education: Higher professional education and training, diploma or equivalent
English: Orally – Very good knowledge; Written – Very good knowledge
Application: Online form
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