Sailor Trainee: Build Your Nautical Career

Viking; Dover; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking offers the Nautical Education Program, starting at the entry level Sailor position (A0) onboard Viking Longships. The program develops skills through hands-on training, supervised by the Captain, and culminates in a Sailor (Matrose) qualification after successful completion of an exam after 90 sailing days.

All training content is in English and provided online. Viking covers the education costs; the role is located onboard ships with eligibility to work in the European Union or with a

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Participate in onboard training led by the Captain and study the provided material.
• Attend the exam after 90 days of practical training and complete the Nautical Education Program.
• Support safety, security, deck and operations tasks as part of the Sailor team.
• Assist with ship appearance, housekeeping and hotel operations on deck.

Skills

English language knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Viking offers the Nautical Education Program, starting at the entry level Sailor position (A0) onboard Viking Longships. The program develops skills through hands-on training, supervised by the Captain, and culminates in a Sailor (Matrose) qualification after successful completion of an exam after 90 sailing days.

All training content is in English and provided online. Viking covers the education costs; the role is located onboard ships with eligibility to work in the European Union or with a