RIVER - Nautic - Trainee Program A0 - Sailor

RIVER - NAUTIC - TRAINEE PROGRAM A0 - SAILOR Program Overview

We strongly believe best results come from investing in our employees. The Nautical Education Program enables candidates and existing employees to advance their careers, starting at the entry level of Sailor and progressing to Captain. It offers opportunities for training and development with a focus on safety, operations, and professionalism. Viking also actively promotes gender equality within the inland shipping industry.

Designed for candidates new to the inland shipping industry, this program allows you to develop a career in the nautical department with no prior experience required. It prepares you for your future role as a Sailor.

• Mooring and unmooring
• Anchoring
• Steering under supervision
• Maintenance of the ship and equipment
• Safety regulations
• Keeping the ship clean and hygienic

This training takes place onboard one of our Viking Longships, led by the Captain. A dedicated trainer team coordinates the program onboard our ships, visiting regularly to verify progress. The program requires 90 sailing days until completion, after which you will attend an exam. All training content is in English and available online 24/7. Upon successful completion, you will obtain a Sailor (Matrose) qualification and be offered a Sailor contract with Viking.

All education costs are covered.

The role is located in the European Union. Please only apply if you are eligible to work in the EU or already possess a relevant work permit.

Education

• Active participation in the onboard training program led by the Captain
• Studying the assigned course material
• Attendance of an exam after 90 days of practical training
• Together with the Sailors team:
  • Responsible for safety on board of the ship as assigned by the Captain
  • Compliance with the guidelines, instructions, and regulations
  • Responsible for impeccable cleanliness, hygiene, and order onboard
  • Reporting damages, issues, and concerns immediately to the Captain

Security (together with the Sailors team)

• Responsible for safety onboard of the ship as assigned by the Captain
• Compliance with the guidelines, instructions (nautical manual) and regulations
• Co‑responsible for the impeccable cleanliness, hygiene, and order on board
• Report damage, issues, and concern immediately to the Captain
• Be familiar with the security role and understand your duties
• Responsible for the operational readiness of the rescue boat

Travel operation (together with the Sailors team)

• Responsible for the external appearance of the ship

Communication (together with the Sailors team)

• Exchange information with the parties involved (Captain, 1st Officer, Engineer)

Special tasks (together with the Sailors team)

• Appropriate and professional securing of the ship
• Safe deployment of the gangway (only at the instruction and supervision by the Captain / First Officer)
• While navigating narrow waters a Sailor must be present as instructed
• For securing the ship in a lock Sailors must be present on deck
• When passing low bridges close the passenger access to the staircases
• Make sure the sundeck always meets the expectations of our guests
• Execution of all deck and outboard work
• Luggage service according to assignment by the Captain / First Officer
• Participation in meetings and company relevant training

• Minimum high school diploma
• English language knowledge
• Dutch and/or German language knowledge is an asset

• Motivated and eager to learn
• Polite and team player
• Able to follow instructions and flexible