Welcome to The Olsen Way.

In recent years, we have seen a new era emerging in cruising.

There is a trend for everything to get bigger and busier, and for a cruise to be seen as an alternative to a large luxury resort, with a limitless flurry of activity.

But this is not for us.

We believe there is another way to cruise. A way that is based on five generations of seafaring.

Where cabins are called cabins and ships look like ships.

Where the journey is as important as the destination.

In our world, smaller is better, and we believe in keeping the experience on board uncrowded, warm and civilised - treating passengers as guests, like the family run business we are.

It would be easy to follow the trends and go with the crowds. But we never will.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is a family run company, well known for our quality cruises and the 'personal' touch we offer our guests.

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Safety Officer to join our team.

Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees, contractors, and visitors within the workplace. This includes the development, implementation, and monitoring of safety programs, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. The Safety Officer ensures compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations.

More specific duties include:

• The Safety Officer shall manage the ship's Emergency Plan, which includes ensuring all crew are assigned emergency duties on the Muster List according to company procedures;
• Maintain close relations with all Department and division heads on safety matters, practically checking and assigning work and making sure that jobs are documented and reported;
• Primary responsibility for Risk Assessments, Accident Investigations and other duties related to the HSSEQ EVERS system shall be assigned to the Safety Officer, with support from department heads as necessary.
• Plan, schedule, conduct and report drills and training using the company training tracking system (OCS) and according to SOLAS, STCW and Company Policy;
• The Safety Officer shall supervise the Safety AB and others as assigned, and always shall monitor the satisfactory performance of the crew in matters of firefighting, lifesaving and occupational safety.
• The Safety Officer shall be familiar with Company policy, instructions and procedures relevant to their position;
• The Safety Officer shall be the Staff Captain's deputy, and should at all times strive to be familiar with the responsibilities of that position;

We are looking for individuals that possess the following essential skills and qualities:

• Certified Chief Officer Mariner: A-II/2 National Chief Officer Licence (Unlimited) or equivalent.
• Maritime Experience: Experience in same rank and has watchkeeping experience on cruise ships.
• Expert Knowledge of Maritime Safety Regulations: Familiar with LSA / FFA / safety routines, procedures and equipment

Our Benefits

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and 2:2 rotation.

We also provide time and a mix of digital subscriptions to enable your continuing professional development and inclusion in our discounted family travel programme.

Please make contact to find out more - this is an exciting opportunity to work on board our cruise ships, travelling to worldwide destinations whilst enhancing our guests' holiday experience. This is your chance to give our guests the experience of a lifetime!

**We do not charge candidates any referral fee**

**Direct applicants only please. Any candidates submitted by recruitment agencies will be treated as direct applicants**