Captain/Skipper 1600 GT with experience in tugboats

Las Palmas, Spain·Added 2 months ago

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Boluda Corporación Marítima doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Las Palmas

    No relocation package mentioned.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.

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.

Job requirements

  • 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

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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