PpViking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships that explore 21 rivers, five oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers interested in science, history, culture and cuisine, Viking offers experiences for the thinking person. Viking has more than 450 awards, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans for five years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler and the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a World’s Best by Travel + Leisure. /p pPlease note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or possess a valid work permit. /p h3Role Description /h3 pThe Nautical Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and maintaining accurate license-based crew schedules to ensure safe, compliant and reliable operations across assigned vessels, routes and planning portfolios. The role supports Nautical Operations by translating planning frameworks into day‑to‑day execution, ensuring operational coverage, regulatory compliance and service continuity. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liDevelop, maintain and update short, mid and long‑term schedules for assigned operations, vessels or planning portfolios /li liEnsure compliant coverage of all operational requirements, including license validity, certifications, rest periods and training attendance /li liManage dependencies, overlaps, and critical timing constraints within the planning scope /li liBuild and maintain contingency plans for absences, disruptions or last‑minute changes /li liIdentify manning gaps or compliance risks early and escalate appropriately to the Senior Planning Manager /li /ul ul liAct as a central coordination point between Nautical Operations, Nautical Management, HR and relevant internal stakeholders /li liCommunicate schedules, changes and operational impacts clearly and promptly /li liHandle schedule‑related inquiries professionally, consistently and in line with planning standards /li liEnsure clear handovers and continuity of service within the planning team /li /ul ul liMaintain scheduling and planning data with a high level of accuracy, traceability and consistency /li liUse in‑house scheduling tools and spreadsheets to manage, analyze and update plans /li liEnsure version control, documentation of changes and data integrity in planning systems and core planning files /li liContribute reliable inputs to planning reports, KPI tracking and governance routines /li /ul ul liEnsure schedules comply with applicable labor laws, working‑time regulations, licensing requirements and internal policies /li liMonitor rest periods, workload distribution and fatigue‑related risks within the scope /li liSupport audits, reviews and compliance checks by maintaining accurate and auditable planning records /li /ul ul liIdentify inefficiencies, recurring issues or improvement opportunities in planning processes /li liPropose practical enhancements to planning quality, stability and transparency /li liSupport continuous improvement initiatives led by the Senior Planning Manager /li /ul ul liAccurate, transparent and trusted schedules within the planning scope /li liEarly identification and mitigation of operational or compliance risks /li liStable operational coverage with minimal disruption /li liHigh data quality and reliable planning documentation /li liPositive feedback from stakeholders on clarity, responsiveness and planning quality /li /ul h3Key Qualifications /h3 ul liExperience in scheduling, planning or operational coordination roles /li liBackground in maritime, river cruise, transport or other regulated operational environments is an advantage /li liKnowledge of labor regulations, working‑time rules and license‑based planning is a plus /li /ul h3Skills Capabilities /h3 ul liStrong planning and organizational skills in a regulated operational environment /li liHigh attention to detail, accuracy and reliability /li liAdvanced proficiency in Excel or similar spreadsheet tools /li liExperience working with scheduling or planning systems /li liClear communicator with strong coordination and stakeholder‑management skills /li liAbility to work under pressure and manage frequent operational changes /li /ul h3Education /h3 ul liHigher education in operations, logistics, engineering, business administration or a similar field preferred /li /ul h3Community Culture /h3 ul liFast‑growing and dynamic environment, modern workspace, flexible working hours /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr