What does a Lake Vessel Captain do?

You captain passenger and cargo ships safely across Swiss lakes.

What education does Lake Vessel Captain require?

College of Higher Education (36 months)

How much does a Lake Vessel Captain earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 68'000, mid ~CHF CHF 85'000 per year (approximate).

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Lake Vessel Captain

Transport & Logistics

Lake ship captains steer passenger and cargo vessels on Swiss lakes. They are responsible for safe navigation, passenger care and compliance with shipping regulations. In Switzerland, they operate scheduled boats on Lake Lucerne, Lake Zurich, Lake Geneva and other waterways, often working for cantonal shipping companies.

Entry

~CHF 68'000

CHF 5'667/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 85'000

CHF 7'083/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 105'000

CHF 8'750/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration36 months

Your path to Lake Vessel Captain

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 68'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science4/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual6/10

🎨 Artistic1/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity3/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands4/10

📈 Career Growth4/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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