RIVER - Senior Corporate Captain - Fleet Safety

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Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, five oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Executive Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans five years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications. Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• The Senior Corporate Captain – Fleet Safety reports to the Director Nautical Operations and carries the fleet-wide mandate for safety on board across Viking’s river fleet, growing to about 90 ships. • The role works through the Corporate Captains (Viking’s fleet captains, who each supervise a group of river ships) to make sure the weekly emergency drills, the annual Safety Day, the ship audits, the improvements from incident investigations and the safety of the winter lay-up harbors are delivered consistently on every ship. • The Senior Corporate Captain – Fleet Safety partners closely with the Corporate Compliance Officer, who sets the standards and evaluates independently, and with Nautical Compliance, which owns the safety management system. • The role also covers for the Senior Corporate Captains Nautical Operations during holidays and absence, and steps in as Captain when needed. • The position involves travel of approximately 70%, with regular presence in the Basel office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety on board, fleet-wide • Make sure every ship holds and evaluates its weekly emergency drills; follow up gaps with the captain. • Plan and deliver the Safety Day on every ship each season. • Lead the ship audits: one method for all Corporate Captains, audits on schedule and findings closed within 60 days; check crew licenses and safety certificates as part of the audits. • Make sure improvements from incident investigations are in place on board. • Run the safety organization of the winter lay-up harbors with the Corporate Captains, including fire watch, safety patrols and evacuation drills. • Report safety performance for the fleet every month and turn the figures into priorities and actions. • Bring feedback from the ships on procedures, drills and equipment back into the system.

Operational cover • Cover for the Senior Corporate Captains Nautical Operations during holidays and absence, including disruptions such as high or low water, lock closures and alternative ports, together with the port and lock planning team. • Step in as Captain when needed.

Leadership & stakeholder management • Coach Corporate Captains, captains and officers on safety; run structured safety meetings with the captains’ group. • Align with the Senior Corporate Captains Nautical Operations so that safety and operational priorities fit together in every division. • Align monthly with Nautical Compliance on drills, audits and open findings.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Leadership and Functional Skills • Proven leadership of captains or of multi-vessel operations; handles audits, drills and disruptions with a steady hand. • Able to bring a large fleet to one standard through other captains, with follow-up that is consistent and fair. • Practical command of onboard emergency response and drills.

Professional Experience • Licensed inland captain for the relevant waterways (e.g., Rhine, Danube) with current certificates; at least three years as a Corporate Captain or in equivalent multi-vessel leadership.

Soft Skills • Guest-focused, decisive and calm under pressure; culturally aware. • Brings feedback from the ships forward, and does not blame crews for what the system causes.

Other Skills and Requirements • English and German or French at business level. • Proficient in Microsoft 365; comfortable with fleet management, AIS and traffic tools, and dashboards. • Travel about 70%.

Measurable Goals • Every ship holds and evaluates its emergency drills, with gaps closed in the same month. • Safety Day delivered on every ship each season. • Ship audits on schedule, findings closed within 60 days, and no repeat findings at the next audit. • Winter harbor safety in place from the first day of lay-up. • Disruptions during holiday cover handled with minimal impact on guests.

EDUCATION • Degree in inland shipping, nautical science or maritime operations, or equivalent professional formation. • Internal auditor training for ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, or the willingness to obtain it in the first year.

CULTURE & BENEFITS • Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com, including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.