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Second Captain

Manage navigation plans and monitor weather conditions to ensure the vessel's operational safety and compliance with maritime regulations.

30 000 – 70 000 EUR (€)

Average salary / year

Bachelor's degree

Education level

Automation level

Medium

Difficulty

Stable

Employability

3-5 years

Market tension

Medium

Intl. mobility

Rare

Automation level

Medium

Difficulty

Stable

Employability

3-5 years

Market tension

Medium

Intl. mobility

Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior

0–2 years of experience

30 000 – 40 000 EUR/ year

Mid-level

3–5 years of experience

40 000 – 55 000 EUR/ year

Senior

5+ years of experience

55 000 – 70 000 EUR/ year

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

Entering the profession — Belgium

Access to the role is generally through graduation from maritime academies or promotion from junior officer ranks after gaining sea experience and passing certification exams.

Training — Belgium

Formation typically involves a bachelor's degree in nautical sciences or marine engineering, combined with mandatory maritime certifications such as STCW.

Practical sea time is required for certification advancement.

The job market — Belgium

The job market is stable with steady demand in shipping and offshore sectors.

Opportunities exist in commercial shipping, naval forces, and cruise industries.

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