Many sailors love the fact that they can have a free existence on the water and at the same time have a home on the water. You don’t just become a sailor; for this you have to be adventurous, eager to learn and a real go-getter. In addition, you must have a sailor’s diploma or the sailor’s stamp in the service booklet. If this is not the case, you can follow a course through us to become a qualified sailor. After all, you only really learn the profession of a sailor when you just do it.

The following tasks will be part of your job:

- coupling and uncoupling of barges;

- mooring of barges;

- preparing barges so they are ready to sail;

- maintenance work.

You also provide a healthy meal for the crew. Besides that, you arrange provisions and keep the ship clean and tidy.

Do you have:

- Knowledge of the Dutch language, German language or English language (and willing to learn a language while on board);

- you must be graduated from high school (at minimum);

- a service record book with at least one note for the position of apprentice sailor (or willing to get one);

- willingness to follow further education/courses;

- a good health and in good shape physically to do heavy work;

- driving license B is an advantage but not obligated.

What do we offer:

You will work on one of our impressive push boats with modern equipment and good facilities, such as a spacious cabin and a fitness room. You work according to our 14/14 schedule and you have 21 holidays. So you work just 162 days per year.

you can find an overview of the work conditions below:

- starting salary from € 2,230 (gross) that can grow to maximum € 3,885 (gross) including bonusses;

- growth opportunities with professional guidance;

- futher (paid) education;

- work clothes;

- free Wifi and food on board;

- we take care of the transport from and to the ship.