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In our articles, we have repeatedly touched on the topic of the age of the seafarer in his employment. Most often this question arises in the context of the limiting value, when almost any company can willingly take you on a flight. Moreover, in general, such employment is inextricably linked with the change of company, since more often than not, the closer the age limit, the less willing the seafarers are to change the ship owner, preferring to upgrade to retirement in an already familiar company. Initial age The starting age at which you can count on a good position is not considered in view of the fact that here, in many respects, they will look more at experience and other indicators. In addition, the majority of Ukrainian seafarers set sail almost immediately after training and can expect to be promoted after 2-3 successful contracts. Nevertheless, it is not uncommon for some people to decide to go to work at sea when they are already between the ages of 30-35. They complete their respective courses and are ready to start work. However, often crewing is skeptical of such specialists, since they do not yet have experience at this age, and the prospects for building a career are rather vague. Of course, in all situations there may be exceptions, but it is often difficult for seafarers who open up late to find options for starting a career as a seafarer. What is the legal age limit for seafarers to work? Here, too, there is a certain barrier that is not final. Basically, the upper age limit depends directly on the type of vessel and whether there was a break in work with the seafarer. So, there are many examples when seafarers continued to work up to 70-75 years! But, it is worth noting that most often they receive significantly less pay and work on old ships of a not very pleasant segment (fires, tugs, etc.). Most importantly, if you are an experienced and recognized professional in your position, approaching the age limit for working at sea (60-65 years), we recommend that you not change the company in which you have recently worked. Firstly, many companies are entitled to a pension after retirement due to seniority, and also, you may already be offered an administrative position in this company "on the shore". Secondly, it is by staying in the same company that you can stay to work at sea and beyond the age limit. If you have an excellent track record, you are a recognized and respected specialist in your company, there will be no need for shipowners to look for good from good. Therefore, if your health allows you to continue going on flights, the company will not put a spoke in your wheels. Age limit Many experts point out that there is also a certain age limit for changing companies. This is where the absence of work interruptions comes to the fore. If you, say, up to 40 years old regularly went on flights, rose to a good position, and then went on a prolonged vacation for 2-3 years, it may so happen that going to sea in the same position and on a good salary will be quite problematic. And this will be connected not only with the re-registration of documents and re-confirmation of qualifications. Many shipowners, seeing such a break, will not consider you an investment in the future, because in the same way you can go on a long vacation and leave their company. In this regard, experts note that it is possible to change a shipping company without harming your career until the age of 45-47 - after that difficulties may begin. Thus, the key factor in the employment of a seafarer of any specialty continues to be his experience and the absence of long interruptions in work at sea. Age limits exist, but they are not an insurmountable obstacle.
