Cruise Ship - 1st Officer (Polar Navigation)

OpenKrill; United States; On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Internet onboard

Wellbeing support

Competitive salary

Job summary

Columbia Shipmanagement seeks skilled seafarers to join its Cruise fleet. You will maintain safe navigation, prepare voyage plans, and ensure MARPOL and SOLAS compliance while updating charts and logs. Strong English and leadership are required; additional languages are a plus.

Contract terms include 4 months +/- 1 month with competitive salary, and onboard internet plus wellbeing support. Prior cruise ship experience is preferred and COP polar waters certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid COC (STCW Reg II/2) with verification.
• Valid STCW certifications required.
• Excellent knowledge of ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL and regulations.
• Advanced English level; additional languages are assets.
• Safety culture and mindset; experience in multicultural environments.
• Substantial experience in same rank on cruise ships.
• COP BASIC POLAR WATERS experience with polar waters sailing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe navigation by standing watch and monitoring bridge/navigation equipment.
• Prepare voyage plans and ensure environmental compliance (MARPOL and local rules).
• Keep navigational charts, logs, and flags updated per latest requirements.
• Support vessel safety, security, and regulatory compliance through emergency duties and radio systems.
• Monitor GMDSS tests and related documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Multicultural teamwork

English proficiency

Education

STCW II/2

COP BASIC POLAR WATERS

Job description

CSM Rijeka is looking for self-motivated and skilled seafarers to join Cruise fleet of Columbia Shipmanagement.

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATION

Maintain safe navigation by standing watch, monitoring bridge/navigation equipment, and ensuring safe vessel operation in port and at sea.Prepare and manage voyage plans, including environmental compliance and adherence to MARPOL and local regulations.Keep navigational charts, publications, equipment logs, and merchant flags updated and compliant with the latest requirements.Manage port-related information and documentation, including port questionnaires, traffic, tidal/current data, and voyage technical itineraries.Support vessel safety, security, and regulatory compliance by performing emergency duties, monitoring communication systems (including GMDSS tests), and maintaining required documentation such as radio logs.

To be in possession of :

Valid COC (STCW Reg II/2) with verification.

Valid STCW certifications required for the position.

Excellent knowledge of ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, and other maritime regulations

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and crisis management skills

Advanced English level; additional languages are an asset and recommended.

Safety culture and mindset.

Experience with multicultural working environment.

VESSEL'S SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Substantial experience in same rank on Exceptions cruise ships

To possess COP BASIC POLAR WATERS with experience in sailing in Ice and Polar Waters.

CONTRACT TERMS & CONDITIONS

Contract Duration [4 months +/- 1 months]

Contract Benefit: Competitive salary

Terms and condition as per CBA applicable

Bonus Scheme

Free Internet onboard and wellbeing support

Looking forward to welcoming you in the Columbia Group Family.