Viking, founded in 1997, offers destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers, and lakes worldwide. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture, and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen says Viking provides experiences for the thinking person.
With over 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans, and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler, and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure, no other cruise line has received these same honors from both publications simultaneously.
Nautical Operations River Department
The Manager Nautical - Compliance position complements our certified Nautical Operations River department, which meets ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety and ISO 14001 Environmental Management standards and boasts the first advanced Safety Management System in inland waterways.
We can only accept applicants eligible to work in Switzerland or possessing a valid work permit.
Role Description:
* The team of Nautical Managers is responsible for all activities connected to the Safety Management System, incident analysis, investigation, certification (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other), and HSEQ-connected communication.
* We are searching for a team member focused on incident analysis and investigation, with the possibility of getting engaged in other activities of the Compliance Team on an ad-hoc basis.
* This position reports to the Nautical Director – Compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collecting, analyzing, and presenting data on all reported incidents and near-misses.
* Establishing the severity of each incident using an objective scale and deciding on further investigation.
* Collecting all incident-related data, including interviews with the crew.
* Analyzing incident-related data and identifying root causes.
* Providing incident reports as per standard.
* Giving recommendations based on lessons learned from incidents.
* Participating in Incident follow-up training and in the development of incident reporting tools.
* You will participate in designing post-incident educational material.
* There is a possibility of getting involved in other responsibilities of the Compliance Department, such as:
* Safety Management System: keeping it up to date, overview procedures, implementing onboard and in corporate offices, leading continuous improvement processes related to safety.
* Certification and Standards: planning the ISO 45001 audits and SUVA audits, leading the external auditing process and its follow-up.
* Learning and Development: designing, developing, and executing training and development programs, developing content, and learning material.
* Communication and Management: managing projects related to Occupational Health and Safety and Training, communicating regarding safety-related matters, being the point of contact for nautical and ship-related HSE topics.
Key Qualifications:
* Proven incident investigation experience.
* Fluency in English and German (both written and spoken); a third language is an asset.
* Proactive and precise communicator, including online communication and creation of media (videos, PPT).
* Proven Project Management experience.
* Microsoft 365 (SharePoint).
* Must be able to travel internationally; hold a B driver's license.
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field would be an asset (e.g., maritime logistics, health, and safety, logistics).
* Maritime Incident Investigation Certification (e.g., from DNV, Lloyd's Maritime Institute, Maritime Training Academy).
Nice to Have Qualifications:
* Analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
* Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor course / Auditing experience as an asset.
* Out-of-the-box, critical, strategic, and creative thinking.
* Flexibility and willingness for cooperation and teamwork.
* Strong business acumen, exceptional work ethic, and customer orientation.
* Reliable and stress-resistant.
Culture & Benefits:
* Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours.
How to Apply: