Inland shipping vacancies

Inland shipping vacancies

Are you looking for a career in inland shipping? JobWave is the only online job board where you can find vacancies for inland shipping jobs with various companies, from sailor to captain. Even if your desired position is not currently listed, we encourage you to sign up for a JobWave profile so we can notify you as soon as a suitable opportunity arises.

Working in inland shipping

Inland shipping is crucial as a transport highway for cargo in modern day Europe. The ships used for this a specially designed to transport goods up and down rivers and are called barges or inland vessels. There is a wide variety of inland barges, all tailored to a specific type of good or purpose. A regular inland barge can transport the equivalent of 140 Truckloads, where the larger combinations of (push)barges can go up to 660 truckloads!

Wide range of inland shipping jobs

As a maritime crewing platform, JobWave offers a comprehensive range of inland shipping vacancies across all inland shipping ranks, from matroos/sailor and skipper to engineer and captain roles. Our network of clients extends from the Netherlands, the heart of inland shipping, along all major European rivers to the Black Sea.

Sub-industries in inland shipping

In inland waterway transport we list vacancies for several subcategories:

Inland waterway transport: this is the largest category, encompassing both modern and brand-new tanker ships, as well as smaller river barges transporting dry cargo. Positions typically follow a 1/1 rotation schedule with shifts ranging from one week to four weeks. For this we list the typical ranks like Matroos, Skipper and Captain.

Inland river cruises: the cruise market on rivers like the Danube and Rhine is expanding, driving up demand for workers. In addition to traditional navigational positions, these ships also hire for hospitality roles such as maids, cooks, waitresses, and bartenders. This industry is heavily influenced by seasonality as many ships only sail in the holiday season.

Other inland shipping positions: In addition to these transport of goods and passengers positions, we also occasionally offer jobs in ports and harbours where inland shipping positions are more supportive. These roles may include inspection, safety, or general assistance in porting barges. These positions often offer a more “normal” work-life rhythm.

Tailored Job Search Experience

On JobWave, you'll find detailed information about each inland shipping vacancy. We provide insights into the requirements and nature of each job. We always try to incorporate as much information as possible about the employer. With a JobWave profile you can create a tailored CV specific to the maritime industry, enhancing your job prospects. Our platform uses smart algorithms to match your qualifications with potential employers when you mark your profile as “open to work”.

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