Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

Viking offers a fast-growing and dynamic working environment and flexible working hours. Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or are in possession of a valid work permit.

Role Description

The Planning and Master Data Analyst is responsible for the detailed planning of dry docks for Viking’s fleet of 80+ river ships within Europe and maintaining the Viking Technical database, ensuring its consistency across the 80+ river ships. Reporting directly to the Director of Technical Supply Chain & Planning, the analyst will have a crucial role in planning all maintenance activities during lay-up periods, aligning key stakeholders, and ensuring a high-quality database.

The role is based in Basel, Switzerland, but it requires travel about 10-20% of your time to our Service Hubs, shipyards, and docking stations all over Europe and Egypt.

Key Responsibilities

Master data responsibilities

• Categorize the existing technical item database and standardize them according to Viking standards.
• Ensure proper creation and categorization of new items and associate items with specific assets.
• Review and align the current vendor database, maintaining accurate records for new vendors.
• Develop and categorize standard templates for work orders.
• Ensure high consistency in Maintenance & Repair Operations and procurement data sets.

Maintenance operations

• Develop and lead the planning of M&R activities, including preventive maintenance during the season, lay-up maintenance and dry docks. Prioritize timely and cost-effective execution while minimizing disruptions to operations.
• Understand dependencies of maintenance activities and include them in maintenance plan design.
• Track planning development, adjust actual progress, and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Create and update documents to report maintenance progress at the executive level.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Directors, the Director of Technical Supply Chain and planning, and other stakeholders to align planning with strategic goals and operational requirements.
• Create and track key metrics and reports to control and communicate the progress of the maintenance activities.

Key Qualifications

Education and professional experience

• Technical Degree in Engineering or similar.
• Relevant knowledge of technical spare parts and components, especially related to maritime or transportation industries.
• Proven leadership in maintenance operations and dry dock planning, preferably within the maritime or transportation industry.

Planning and Project management skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage large maintenance plans and plan dry docks effectively.
• Proven experience in aligning stakeholders to execute maintenance activities.
• Monitor project timelines, report on the implementation status, and ensure deadlines are met.

Soft Skills And Others

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently, and prioritize time allocation across multiple projects.
• Language skills:
• Business-level English proficiency (oral and written).
• German language knowledge is a plus.
• Professional skills in PowerPoint, Power BI, and Excel.
• Knowledge of SQL and understanding of databases is a plus.

How To Apply

Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com, including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.

For more details about this position, contact Marta Pikusa under +41 61 638 60 11