Expedition Leader (M/F) - Seagoing

About the role

Mystic Cruises, an expedition ocean cruise line, is hiring an Expedition Leader (M/F) to lead shore-side operations on the ship World Navigator. The role covers safety, zodiac and glacier operations, onshore excursions and the coordination of the daily programme with the Cruise Director and the Captain.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a team of expedition guides and supervise, train, schedule, coach and evaluate all expedition staff
• Plan and run passenger activities safely, including zodiac, safety, bear safety, firearm handling and glacier operations
• Synchronize the daily programme with the Cruise Director and communicate itinerary changes to guests and crew
• Deliver safe, informative excursions and professional interpretation of destinations, history, culture and nature
• Handle permits, safety orientations, daily reports and post-visit reports, and liaise with the Captain, Safety Officer and Boatswain
• Prepare, clean and maintain excursion equipment, and follow IAATO/AECO and local regulations
• Represent the company in industry working groups and committees, and uphold safety and service standards

Required profile

• At least two seasons as an expedition leader (Arctic and Antarctica) or four seasons as an assistant leader/guide on ships over 150 passengers
• In-depth knowledge of Svalbard, Greenland, Northwest Passage, Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula
• University degree in relevant subjects, fluency in English, and willingness to travel regularly between offices and the vessel
• Experience in polar regions: rifle handling and polar bear protection, and a recent IAATO/AECO field staff assessment

Required skills

• STCW Basic Safety Training, First Aid (WFR/CPR/AED), Marine Medical Certificate, Small-Vessel Proficiency (RYA Powerboat Level 2 or equivalent)
• Possession and Acquisition License (or international equivalent); Marine Radio Operator's license preferred
• Senior Polar Guide certification (PTGA) or equivalent; Leisure Skipping Course D5LA preferred
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)