In Portugal, there are professions that offer high wages even without requiring a degree. Some functions pay well above the national minimum wage and may be an alternative for those who do not have university education.
According to Portugal Business News, the minimum wage in Portugal is 870 euros monthly, paid over 14 months, which corresponds to about 1,015 euros per month to be shared for 12 months. However, there are jobs that offer much superior salaries, without the need for straw.
International logistics and trucker supervisor
According to the same source, the position of logistics supervisor is one of those who lead this list. The annual gross salary can reach 44,800 euros, which is equivalent to about 3,733 euros per month. This function requires experience and ability to organization, but does not require higher education.
Another job highlighted by the same source is that of truckers for international scales. The annual gross wage is around 41,300 euros, ie about 3,442 euros per month. This profession implies long trips and availability to work at irregular times.
Other well -paid professions without degree
Also according to Portugal Business News, the dockers appear among the highest paid, with monthly income between 3,000 and 3,500 euros. The physical burden and requirement of work are factors to take into account in this profession.
Specialized chefs, especially in international kitchens such as Italian or Japanese, can reach a gross annual salary of about 35,000 euros, which corresponds to approximately 2,917 euros monthly, refers to the same source. Technical domain and creativity are essential in this area.
Textile modeling and tools have salaries that oscillate between 2,500 and 3,000 euros per month, according to the same source. These professions involve the specialized handling of materials and tools.
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According to the same source, the cruise crew can receive between 1,800 and 2,500 euros per month. Although the salary is interesting, the work requires availability for long periods away from home.
Elevator repair and installation experts earn between 1,800 and 2,300 euros monthly, according to data from the same source. Technical training and compliance with safety standards are fundamental to these functions.
Solar and wind systems installers receive between 1,800 and 2,000 euros per month, according to the same source. This area has been growing due to the increase of renewable energy in Portugal.
Finally, aeronautical maintenance technicians have salaries between 1,500 and 1,900 euros a month. It is a technical profession that requires in-depth knowledge and strict attention to the procedures, according to the source mentioned above.
FINAL CONSIDERATIONS ON HIGHER COURSE
Data from Portugal Business News show that there are several professional opportunities that do not require higher education and that offer wages far above the national average.
These professions vary between physical, technical and specialized areas, being accessible to those who have only the 12th grade or proper vocational training.
Also according to the same source, the search for these professionals remains stable or growing in various sectors, which can be an alternative for those who want to enter the job market without attending the university.
Finally, the economic context and increased cost of living make these opportunities even more relevant to a significant portion of the Portuguese population.
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