Senior Watch Leader & Navigation Officer – Cruise Ship

The Walt Disney Company; Topeka (KS); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a First Officer to serve as the senior watchkeeper on a cruise vessel, leading the navigation team and reporting to the Staff Captain. This shipboard role requires a Chief Mate unlimited license or higher and strong English communication, with duties spanning navigation oversight, safety, and vessel planning.

You will coordinate with the Master on itineraries, maintain navigational systems, and ensure safety compliance across all bridge operations.

Qualificações

• Chief Mate unlimited license or higher.
• 2+ years' experience as Senior Watch Keeper on medium to large cruise vessels.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Enthusiasm about guiding other team members.

Responsabilidades

• Be the Navigation Watch leader on a dual watch with a Junior Deck Officer.
• Purchase and maintain all publications and charts.
• Oversee cruise planning and itineraries, working directly with the Master regarding all navigational matters.
• Oversee mooring stations during arrivals and departures.
• Manage the daily routines of all navigational instruments; report any deficiency to the Staff Captain and Master.
• Oversee all the emergency/pyrotechnic equipment on the Bridge and reporting this on the preventive maintenance system.
• Maintain the on board PC ship-handling simulator.
• Assist the Chief Officer Safety with Crew safety training, maintenance of LSA and FFE.
• Uphold the general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under your control.

Conhecimentos

Fluent English

Leadership

Safety mindset

Formação académica

Chief Mate unlimited license or higher

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a First Officer to serve as the senior watchkeeper on a cruise vessel, leading the navigation team and reporting to the Staff Captain. This shipboard role requires a Chief Mate unlimited license or higher and strong English communication, with duties spanning navigation oversight, safety, and vessel planning.

You will coordinate with the Master on itineraries, maintain navigational systems, and ensure safety compliance across all bridge operations.