Are you ready to start an extraordinary career at sea? Working for Viking Cruises means more than a job on a ship. It means joining a company that invests in its crew and takes them to some of the most remarkable places on earth.

As Viking’s appointed recruitment agency in South Africa, we place hospitality professionals from South Africa and Zimbabwe into roles across the Viking fleet. Here is what makes Viking such a rewarding place to build your career.

Luxury and excellence

Viking’s fleet is known throughout the industry for its elegance and innovation. As a crew member, you work to the highest standards in luxury cruising — and you gain experience that opens doors for the rest of your career.

World-class training

Viking invests in its people. Whether you are an experienced professional or new to the industry, their training and development programmes help you keep growing in your role.

Global exploration

Imagine waking up to a new destination. Viking sails to some of the most captivating places on earth, so you can see the world while doing work you love.

Rewarding compensation

Viking values the hard work of its crew. Their compensation packages are competitive, and life onboard is comfortable and well supported.

A caring community

Viking crew come from all over the world, which creates a genuinely welcoming atmosphere onboard. Crew members look after one another, so you have a home away from home.

Environmental responsibility

Viking is committed to sustainable and responsible travel. They work to reduce their environmental footprint, so you can be proud of the company you represent.

What Viking looks for:

A passion for hospitality. Viking sets out to exceed guest expectations, so a genuine commitment to excellent service matters more than anything else.

Team spirit. A cruise ship runs on teamwork. You work closely with colleagues from many different countries, so collaboration, respect, and a positive attitude are essential.

Flexibility. The cruise industry moves quickly. Crew who adapt well and welcome change tend to thrive onboard.

Professionalism. Viking takes pride in its reputation. Crew are expected to maintain a high standard of conduct and integrity at all times.

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like the career you want, we would like to hear from you. Applying is completely free — we never charge candidates a fee, at any stage.

Upload your CV on our Careers page or follow the link below and our Recruitment Team will assess your experience. If it matches what Viking needs, we will be in touch.