Last Updated: June 09, 2026

Able Seaman

Average Base Salary

33.628 € (EUR)/yr

Average Hourly Rate

16,17 € (EUR)/hr

Average Bonus

794 € (EUR)/yr

Compensation Data Based on Experience

The average able seaman gross salary in Spain is 33.628 € or an equivalent hourly rate of 16 €. In addition, they earn an average bonus of 794 €. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Spain. An entry level able seaman (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of 24.793 €. On the other end, a senior level able seaman (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of 37.236 €.

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Salary Potential

Estimated Salary in 2031:

37.844 € (EUR)

5 Year Change:

13 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Able Seaman will increase 13 % over 5 years.

Education

This chart displays the highest level of education for:
Able Seaman, the majority at 97% with high schools.

Typical Field of Study: Marine Transportation Training

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Country Overview

Spain

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Spain, officially the Kingdom of Spain, is a country in Southern and Western Europe with territories in North Africa. Featuring the southernmost point of continental Europe, it is the largest country in Southern Europe and the fourth-most populous European Union (EU) member state. Spanning the majority of the Iberian Peninsula, its territory also includes the Canary Islands, in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean; the Balearic Islands, in the Western Mediterranean Sea; and the autonomous cities of Ceuta

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Job Description

Performs following tasks on board ship to watch for obstructions in vessel's path and to maintain equipment and structures: Stands watch at bow or on wing of bridge to look for obstructions in path of vessel. Measures depth of water in shallow or unfamiliar waters, using leadline, and telephones or shouts information to bridge. Turns wheel on bridge or uses... emergency steering apparatus to steer vessel as directed by mate, ship. Breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Overhauls lifeboats and lifeboat gear and lowers or raises lifeboats with winch or falls. Paints and chips rust on deck or superstructure of ship. Must hold certificate issued by us government. When working aboard vessels carrying liquid cargoes, must hold tanker operator's certificate. May stow or remove cargo from ship's hold. May be concerned with only one phase of duties, as maintenance of ship's gear and decks or watch duties.Read More

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