Requirements
- Qualification as a Captain on one or several of the following rivers:
- Seine, Rhône and Saône
- A or B river patent
- Radar and radio certificate for the respective areas of operation
- Ability to communicate in French for navigation purposes
- Ability to communicate in English with guests and company personnel
- Leadership skills
- Good social skills and ability to interact with guests
- Organised and dependable personality with a strong sense of responsibility
- Safety expert. First aid and breathing apparatus training is desirable but not a requirement
Role and Responsibilities
- Represent the company values and visions
- Ensure a professional and courteous service while managing the daily operations
- Maintain company standards and operating procedures
- Ensure the safety of the ship, staff, and passengers
- Adhere and enforce the company “Safety Management plan”
- Conduct quality controls and spot checks
- Supervise all nautical-technical maintenance
- Supervise and assist the nautical team in carrying out their deck work
- Interact with guests courteously on a regular basis
- Liaise professionally with local authorities during inspections and audits
- Assist with safety equipment checks and ship maintenance following company protocols
Side Tasks
- Assist the captain with preparations and supervision of winter repairs
- Assist with other duties such as luggage service, loading, and garbage off-loading
- Assist with execution of all safety drills
- Report any accidents or incidents to the captain
- Identify “near miss” situations accordingly and follow up with reports
- Participate in scheduled trainings, briefings, and meetings