Careers
Skippers Position
Running since 1984 Deben Cruises is a long established and well-loved river trip business operated from and by our Waldringfield Boatyard. We operate upwards of 100 trips a year, offering an entertaining and informative commentary whilst navigating downriver to Felixstowe Ferry and Bawdsey or upriver to Woodbridge.
Skippers must carry the MCA Boatmaster Lv. 2 qualification with specific local training. Those who do not currently hold a Boatmaster licence but who hold other vessel handling tickets may apply but will have to gain the necessary qualifications before being able to become a skipper.
Hours are flexible and the role could be full-time, part-time or seasonal.The dates are sent out a calendar month in advance for crew to sign up to.
Potential skippers are asked to detail relevant experience and qualifications in the application.
Crew
Deben Cruises aboard the ‘MV Jahan’ carry up to 48 passengers at a time and our guests need to be looked after!
Tea, coffee, cake and biscuits are served aboard most cruises and the crew take responsibility for this as well as the general wellfare and enjoyment of the passengers.
1 hour prior to the cruise we setup the galley, discuss expected passengers and get ready for the coach arrival.
The position is part-time and flexible as dates are sent out a calendar month in advance for crew to sign up to.