Boostman - (on board luxury river cruise ship)

Scenic Tours Europe AG; France; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A luxury river cruise line is seeking a Bootsman to oversee deck operations and manage a team of sailors. This role requires a valid Bootsman qualification and the ability to communicate effectively in English and German. Responsibilities include planning daily tasks, ensuring safety standards, and participating in nautical maintenance. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and be dependable, with professional experience in a maritime environment. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Professional experience as a sailor is required.
• Valid and stamped River service record book is mandatory.
• Candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills.

Responsabilités

• Plan and supervise daily tasks for the sailor team.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Participate in all nautical maintenance tasks.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication in English

Organizational skills

Dependability

Formation

Valid Bootsman qualification

First aid and breathing apparatus training

Description du poste

Boostman - (on board luxury river cruise ship)

Bootsman

Job Title: Bootsman
Department/Group: Nautical
Reports to: Mate / Staff Captain

Job Description
The Bootsman is the senior sailor on board and holds a valid Bootsman qualification. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the daily deck operations, ensuring high-quality execution of all tasks performed by the sailor team. The Bootsman actively participates in all nautical maintenance and operational duties, provides on-the-job training to sailors, and ensures that all safety, operational, and inventory standards are adhered to. Any irregularities, damages, or safety concerns must be reported immediately to the Captain.

Requirements

• Professional experience as a sailor
• Valid and stamped River service record book with Bootsman qualification
• Ability to communicate in English/German for navigation/mooring purposes
• Ability to communicate in English with guests and company personnel
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Dependable personality with a high sense of responsibility
• Ability to train and mentor junior sailors
• First aid and breathing apparatus training is desirable but not a requirement

Role and Responsibilities

• Represent the company values and visions
• Ensure professional and courteous service while managing daily works
• Plan, allocate, and supervise daily work tasks for the sailor team
• Ensure the quality and timely completion of all assigned tasksMaintain company standards and operating procedures
• Ensure the spotless cleanness of the ship
• Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to sailors
• Actively participate in all nautical and safety-related maintenance tasks
• Oversee the nautical inventory; report shortages, damages, or irregularities to the Captain

Side Tasks

• Assist the Captain with preparations and execution of winter repairs
• Assist with luggage service, loading operations, and garbage off-loading
• Participate in all safety drills
• Report any accidents or incidents to the Captain
• Identify and report “near miss” situations accordingly
• Participate in scheduled trainings, briefings, and meetings