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Boatman or bargeman

Navigate vessels along waterways while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and timely delivery of goods.

18 000 – 35 000 EUR (€)
Average salary / year
Secondary education
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
18 000 – 22 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
22 000 – 28 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
28 000 – 35 000 EUR/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — Belgium

L'accès à la profession se fait souvent par un apprentissage ou une formation professionnelle maritime.

Une expérience pratique sur les bateaux est fortement recommandée pour acquérir les compétences nécessaires.

Training — Belgium

La formation pour devenir batelier ou marinier inclut généralement un apprentissage pratique et des cours théoriques sur la navigation, la sécurité et la gestion des bateaux.

Des certifications spécifiques sont nécessaires pour la conduite des bateaux sur les voies navigables belges.

The job market — Belgium

Le marché de l'emploi pour les bateliers est stable avec une demande modérée, principalement dans le transport fluvial et la logistique.

Les opportunités peuvent varier selon les régions et les activités portuaires.

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