DIRECT HIRING. FAIR CREWING.

TURTLE connects seafarers and shipping companies directly.

Equal and fair.

TURTLE lifts seafarers out of inefficient recruitment structures, providing a safe gateway to trustworthy, vetted employers.

We want to enable you to get a good job with a good employer. TURTLE’s mission is to make the recruiting process for seafarers and shipping companies transparent and easy. You simply need to create your professional profile with us and be found by your shipping company of choice.

NEW: Get notifications about new job opportunities on your mobile device by installing the TURTLE App.
Download here!

TURTLE. Your reliable and trustworthy job marketplace.

Be found & hired directly by reputable shipping companies

We strive to bring together seafarers and shipping companies directly from all over the world.
Recruitment free of Charge

Every seafarer deserves fair and efficient recruitment structures. TURTLE provides a safe gateway to trustworthy, vetted employers.
Learn more about potential employers

At TURTLE seafarers can meet shipping companies directly. Get to know prospective employers and choose the companies you potentially want to work for.
Keep control over your data

Protecting your data is very important to us. Your profile at TURTLE is private. Manage who can see your profile during the matchmaking process.
TURTLE works fully compliant with MLC 2006, local labour regulations & EU GDPR

At TURTLE we provide a safe gateway to trustworthy, vetted employers. We want to enable efficient and fair crewing, with mutual respect, strictly adhering to MLC 2006, local labor regulations & EU GDPR.
TURTLE Salarycheck

Check your salary level compared to other seafarers with our innovative salary comparison tool.

Any questions? Check our FAQ

Trusted by crews worldwide

Master, CONTAINER

“Personally, I think the drive of TURTLE to engage in the industry is special.”

Able-Bodied Seaman, BULK CARRIER

“The app is simple to use and the interview is fantastic: friendly, intelligent, they are doing a great job. ”

3rd Officer, CONTAINER

“TURTLE will help you to reach more companies, without the need to fill up a lot of applications.”

How to register at TURTLE

Register on our website

It only takes you one minute: Go to registration!
Login to your account and fill in mandatory fields

Please upload licences and certificates, fill in job preferences, personal details, etc.
We will arrange for a video call

We are looking forward to meeting you
Ahoy! Welcome on board

You are registered by now and can be found by shipping companies.
Download the TURTLE App for push notifications about new job opportunities!

REGISTER NOW

Trusted by reputable shipping companies

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL.

Real stories from our Mentorship Program

Explore the impact of our Mentorship Program through the experiences of its participants. Watch their testimonials to see how mentorship has propelled their careers and personal growth. Interested in joining? Discover how you can start your own success story with us today.

We’d love to feature your amazing sea adventures!

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Whether it’s a breathtaking sunset at sea or a memorable meal onboard, your experiences bring the seafaring life to light. We can’t wait to see your favorite moments!

Please be aware that by sending us your pictures/videos, you agree that TURTLE uses them for company publications, our website, and our social media channels as stated in our consent document below (Option 1). If you expressly agree in your email with a publication by partner companies of TURTLE, we shall contact you in advance about such third parties (Option 2).
You can revoke your consent at any time under: hello@go-turtle.com. For more detailed information concerning our privacy policy and your rights please visit our website under: https://www.go-turtle.com/privacy-policy/.

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