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MARITIME PROFESSIONS

Captain

Navigate and command a marine vessel, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and timely cargo delivery while coordinating with crew and clients.

35 000 – 85 000 EUR (€)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
5-7 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
5-7 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
46 000 – 60 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
61 000 – 85 000 EUR/ year

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

Entering the profession — Belgium

L'accès au poste de capitaine se fait souvent après plusieurs années d'expérience en tant qu'officier de pont, avec progression par grades et obtention des certifications nécessaires.

Les diplômés des académies maritimes peuvent commencer comme officiers juniors.

Training — Belgium

Le métier de capitaine nécessite une formation maritime spécialisée, généralement un bachelier en sciences nautiques ou en transport maritime, complété par des certifications STCW et une licence de capitaine.

La formation inclut la navigation, la sécurité maritime, la gestion d'équipage et la réglementation.

The job market — Belgium

Le marché de l'emploi pour les capitaines est stable en Belgique, avec une demande modérée liée au secteur maritime et au transport de marchandises.

Les compagnies maritimes et les autorités portuaires recrutent régulièrement.

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