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.