Are you ready to lead a dynamic crew and ensure smooth operations at sea?

DFDS is recruiting Captains and Chief Officers to oversee operations on the St Malo-Jersey route on the UK-flagged vessels.

This is a fixed-term position where your expertise and leadership will contribute to a leading global maritime organisation.

Your Opportunity

Captain

As Captain, you will have overall command of the vessel, responsible for:

• Safe and efficient vessel operation

• Compliance with maritime regulations

• Welfare of crew and passengers

Your leadership will ensure DFDS maintains its high standards of safety, service, and operational reliability.

Chief Officer

As Chief Officer, you will support the Captain in:

• Day-to-day vessel operations

• Navigational safety

• Cargo handling and deck crew management

You will play a vital role in operational efficiency and ensuring a high-quality experience for passengers.

Key Responsibilities

Captain

• Full command of the vessel and leadership of all crew

• Ensuring compliance with STCW, SOLAS, MCA and company procedures

• Planning and executing safe and efficient voyages

• Overseeing crew training, performance, and welfare

• Maintaining excellent communication with DFDS operations and stakeholders

Chief Officer

• Assisting the Captain with navigation and vessel operation

• Supervising cargo operations and deck crew activities

• Ensuring safety, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance

• Supporting crew welfare, training, and performance monitoring

• Acting as the Captain’s deputy when required

What You Bring

We are looking for professionals who:

• Hold valid STCW certifications for their role (Master CoC for Captain, Chief Officer CoC for Chief Officer)

• Are competent in muster and emergency duties

• Uphold high standards of safety, operational reliability, and service

• Demonstrate excellent leadership, teamwork, and communication skills

• Work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines

• Show initiative, flexibility, and a solution-oriented mindset

• Remain calm under pressure and approach challenges positively

• Are fluent in English

Why Join DFDS?

Joining DFDS means becoming part of a professional and committed team with a focus on safety, operational excellence, and customer service. We offer:

• Structured 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation

• A stable and rewarding career at sea

• A supportive and forward-looking working environment

Ready to Embark?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Applications are now open. Please submit your CV and cover letter via this job advert.

All positions are subject to:

• A statutory seafarer medical examination

• Completion of internal training

• Holding a valid passport at the time of the interview

Join DFDS, be part of the movement, and build a long-term career at sea.

DFDS does not operate any blacklists to prevent seafarers from gaining employment.

I can also draft a fully online-ready “Apply Now” section with separate fields for Captain and Chief Officer, earliest start date, STCW verification, and personal details so the advert is immediately ready for posting.

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