Teams at Lindblad Expeditions

Manages full-ship charter partnerships from contract implementation through onboard execution. Serves as the primary client contact, coordinates cross-functional planning and customization, administers charter agreements, leads internal meetings, resolves complex issues, supports proposals, and represents the company during charter events. Builds long-term client relationships and supports repeat business while coordinating with shipboard teams, senior leaders, and operating units.

The Third Mate stands bridge and deck watches, navigates and pilots the vessel, conducts voyage planning, and supports docking and anchoring. The role manages safety familiarization, emergency drills, fire response, gangway watch, and small boat operations. Responsibilities also include kayak maintenance, waste management, pest management, safety documentation, inventory of safety data sheets, and crew access to the Safety Management System. The position works approximately 12 hours daily on a seven-weeks-on, seven-weeks-off rotational schedule.

The Chief Mate supervises the deck team and boatswain, manages navigation watches, docking, anchoring, small boat operations, vessel security, safety drills, maintenance, inspections, and medical response. The role acts as the Captain’s successor when needed, ensures compliance with maritime and safety regulations, maintains logs and preventive maintenance records, supports guest interactions, and oversees crew training and performance. The position follows a rotational schedule of approximately six weeks on and six weeks off, with 12-hour workdays.