As a ship mechanic, you are responsible for the maintenance, repair and maintenance of ship engines and the technical equipment on board. Your duties include troubleshooting, repairs and ensuring the functionality of all equipment to ensure the safe operation of ships. Ship mechanics often work under challenging conditions and must be able to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
In Germany, the following salaries can be expected as a ship mechanic:
-1. Year of training: about 1.033. to 1.070 euros per month -2. Year of training: approximately between EUR 1,273 and EUR 1,289 per month -3. Year of training: approximately between EUR 1,763 and EUR 1,805 per month
To become a ship mechanic, vocational training in mechanical engineering or ship operation engineering is usually required. This training provides the necessary knowledge of the complex systems on board ships as well as the specific technical requirements. Additional qualifications, such as special courses in ship mechanics, can improve career opportunities.
As a ship mechanic, you have a variety of career opportunities, ranging from responsible positions in the management of ship operations, to training and experience to become a technical manager or a specialist for certain types of ships.