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Maritime Officer

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Delfzijl, Groningen, Netherlands

• Shipping - General Cargo
• Job details

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Job description

Join Royal Wagenborg as a Maritime Officer for our European Coaster Fleet. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our vessels both in a Nautical and Technical position.

Life on board our coaster fleet is typically very personal and team-based. We offer a down-to-earth, family-oriented working environment with strong teamwork, high safety standards, and a hands-on maritime culture. On board, our Maritime Officers play an active and essential role in the safe, efficient, and successful operation of the vessel.

Crew members work closely together, which creates a strong “we do it together” mentality. At Wagenborg we emphasize on being a family-owned company where every employee counts and where colleagues support each other both on board and ashore.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee navigation and cargo operations
• Maintain compliance with maritime regulations
• Coordinate with the crew for smooth sailing
• Conduct safety inspections and drills

Technical (Watch) Duties and Maintenance

• If you are passionate about the maritime industry and have a keen eye for detail, we welcome you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
• What we offer

Job Security and Flexible Planning

Competitive Salary (in line with CBA CO wage scale)

EU Sailing Area

• 2-month rotation
• Free Internet on board
• Reimbursement of travel costs
• Reimbursement of STCW registration and certification

Career Development and Guidance on the Job

This vacancy is specifically managed by our Head Office in The Netherlands. At Wagenborg we are bound to only process applications of local applicants and therefore cannot process other applications. Our network of individual offices and agencies recruit crewmembers on a global basis and regularly publish vacancies online for their specific regions. Please keep an eye out on our website for vacancies published by our other offices and agencies.

Job requirements

Valid applicable Certificate of Competence (STCW VII/2 or STCW II/2)

Valid STCW Training Certificates

Valid Seafarer Medical Certificate

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken)
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a multicultural crew
• Experience with general cargo trade
• Experience with mixed Nationality crew
• Demonstrated knowledge of cargo handling operations and safety procedures
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in challenging maritime environments
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and operational requirements
• On board

Delfzijl, Groningen, Netherlands

Shipping - General Cargo

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Our Hiring Process

• 📞 First Intake
• We reach out with a brief call or message to learn more about you, your motivation and compliance to the role.
• 💻 Online Assessment
• We ask you to complete our online assessments.
• ⚓ Interview
• We invite you for an interview (online or in person) where we explore your seagoing experience, certifications (e.g. STCW), and readiness for the assignment.
• 📝 Job Offer
• Successful candidates receive a formal job offer including contract details, vessel information, and joining instructions.
• 🚢 Onboarding
• We guide you through document checks, medicals, and travel arrangements — supporting your smooth integration into our fleet.

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