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New job portal launched to boost global employment opportunities for Goan seafarers

29 August 2026
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An Aam Aadmi Party MLA in Goa has launched a free career portal offering verified maritime job vacancies and tools to improve CV visibility for Goan seafarers seeking employment across the global fleet.

In Goa, India, Aam Aadmi Party MLA Venzy Viegas has launched a dedicated online career portal designed to help Goan seafarers secure jobs across the international maritime industry. The platform offers 100% free registration, allowing seafarers to upload their sea‑service résumés and make them visible to a broad range of employers in commercial shipping, cruise, and offshore segments. According to local coverage, more than 50 job providers have already been empanelled on the site, advertising positions that span from captain and chief engineer roles to hotel and housekeeping staff on board.

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