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Second Engineer River - Nautic Viking (NYSE: VIK) was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO 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, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” for rivers, oceans and expeditions by Travel + Leisure. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors by both publication s. Role Overview Part of our nautical team on our River vessels, the Second Engineer supports the Engineer in maintaining and inspecting technical installation onboard the Viking Longships. The Second Engineer reports to the Engineer. What You Will Do On Board <ul><li> Inspections of the ships’ technical installations at regular intervals </li><li> Check and maintain the outboard engine of the rescue boat </li><li> Inspection, maintenance and lubrication of the anchor and mooring winches, gangway crane and steering gear </li><li> Joint responsibility for the cleanliness of the engine and technical rooms </li><li> Support the sailors with mooring the ship in special circumstances </li><li> Participates in company meetings, in- and external training courses and seminars </li><li> Report breaking news regarding repairs to the technical department </li><li> Compliance with all national and international regulations </li></ul> WHY JOIN VIKING? Elevate Your Career Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with: <ul><li> Regular trainings </li><li> On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly </li><li> Seasonal contract with a 4/2 or 4/4 rotation system </li></ul> On board our ship <ul><li> Uniforms, laundry and unlimited Wi-Fi are free of charge for all crew members </li><li> Lodging and meals are provided to you by Viking onboard </li><li> Cabin with 2 berths, you will have a roommate </li><li> Travel to/from the ship reimbursement payment </li><li> Dedicated crew area </li><li> Sundeck area for crew use </li></ul>Employee Benefits <ul><li> Paid vacation </li><li> Referral program </li><li> Loyalty bonuses </li><li> Salary payments and social security benefits in accordance with Swiss conditions </li></ul>About You <ul><li> Sailor training in inland waterway transport </li><li> Schifferdienstbuch for inland navigation with an Engineer (Maschinenkundiger) stamp </li><li> At least 1-year experience as Sailor on the inland waterways </li><li> Documented experience in engineering </li><li> Language: English, additional language skills are an advantage </li><li> Interested in further education (certificate extension, language skills) </li><li> Independent and flexible </li><li> Decisive and assertive, showing ambition and initiative </li><li> Strong team worker and able to motivate the crew </li></ul> APPLICATION AND JOB RELEVANT INFORMATION Our roles will be subject to our appearance standards (including in relation to visible tattoos) and employees are expected to project a professional image at all times. Visible tattoos are not permitted. Tattoos concealed with make-up, skin-colored sleeves, or any covering other than the company uniform will still be considered visible for the purposes of our appearance standards. Exemptions to this may be considered on a case-by-case basis where appropriate. Tattoo removal may not result in successful employment and therefore is not encouraged and is the candidate’s personal decision. Furthermore, any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required by the company. For further information, please contact our recruiting team. DISCLAIMER As part of any recruitment process, Viking collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data and to meeting our data protection obligations. If you would like to find out more about how your information will be used, please view the privacy notice on our careers page.

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