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90,000+ live jobsCaptain/Skipper 1600 GT
On-site in Las Palmas·Added 3 months ago (last checked 4 Nov)
20 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Las Palmas
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Qualification: Deck officer (patron de altura) or coastal skipper up to 1600 GT / Merchant Marine Captain
Certificates: basic safety training, medical certificate, initial first aid, non-fast rescue boats, advanced firefighting
The role
Location: Boluda Towage is looking to bring on a Captain/Skipper 1600 GT for our tugboats at the Las Palmas de G.C. base. This position plays an essential role in the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, ensuring the proper functioning of all systems on board.
About Boluda Corporación Marítima
Boluda Corporación Marítima is a Spanish maritime group headquartered in Valencia, specializing in towage, maritime transport, and port services. With a fleet of over 200 vessels and operations across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, it is one of the world's leading towage companies. The group also provides logistics, shipping agency, and port services, making it a key player in the global maritime industry.
In Spain, Boluda operates from its Valencia headquarters and has a strong presence in major ports such as Las Palmas, Barcelona, and Algeciras. The company offers a range of roles from deck and engine officers to administrative and technical positions, and is known for its commitment to professional development and safety. For international professionals, Boluda provides opportunities to work in a dynamic maritime environment with a global reach, though Spanish language skills are often essential for many roles.
- Industry
- Maritime
- Founded
- 1920
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Valencia, Spain
- In Spain
- Valencia, Las Palmas, Algeciras and 1 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Boluda is a Spanish company, so Spanish is the primary working language for most roles, though some technical positions may require English.
- The company operates in multiple countries, offering potential for international mobility within the group.
- Roles are often based in Spanish ports, providing a unique opportunity to live and work in coastal cities.
- The company values maritime experience and offers opportunities for career advancement in a specialized industry.
- Given the nature of the work, roles may require specific certifications or licenses, such as STCW for seafarers.
In their own words
About the company & team
Boluda Corporación Marítima traces its origins back to 1837 with the founding of Naviera Fos, a maritime transport company operating in Mediterranean ports. In 1920, Vicente Boluda Marí founded a tugboat company in the port of Valencia.
Today we are one of the leading companies in global maritime services, with a presence in Europe, the west coast of Africa, Cape Verde, the Indian Ocean, and Latin America.
Join our team!
If you want to be part of a dynamic environment where your work will be key to ensuring the proper functioning of the logistics chain, we are looking for you! 📩 Send us your application and take the next step in your professional career.
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