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Friday, December 27, 2024

Maritime Careers / Shipboard Positions

The maritime industry offers a vast array of career opportunities, each playing a crucial role in the global economy. From navigating the high seas to ensuring the smooth operation of ports and shipping lines, maritime careers are diverse and dynamic. This article explores the various career paths available in the maritime industry, the skills required, and the benefits of pursuing a career at sea.

Deck Officers

·  Chief Officer (Chief Mate)

·  Second Officer (Second Mate)

·  Third Officer (Third Mate)

·  Boatswain

·  Able Seamen

·  Ordinary Seamen

·  *Deck cadet

 

Steward’s Department

·  Chief Steward

·  Chief Cook

·  Steward's Assistant

·  Baker

·  Head Waiter

·  Head Barman 

 

Engineering Positions

·  Chief Engineer

·  Second Engineer (First Assistant Engineer)

·  Third Engineer (Second Assistant Engineer)

·  Fourth Engineer (Third Assistant Engineer)

·  Fifth Engineer (Junior Engineer)

 

Engineering Department

·  Oiler 

·  Greaser

·  Wiper 

·  Utilityman

·  Motorman

·  Pumpman

·  Machinist

·  Electrician

·  Refrigeration Engineer

·  Tankerman

·  *Engine Cadets

 

Staff Positions  (hold USCG Certificates of Registry)

·  Junior Assistant Purser

·  Senior Assistant Purser

·  Purser

·  Chief Purser

·  Medical Doctor

·  Professional Nurse

·  Marine Physician Assistant

·  Hospital Corpsman

·  Pilot

·  Radio /Electro-Technical Officer (FCC license)

 

Professional Certifications and Credentials

·  Able Seaman

·  Celestial Navigation

·  Coastal Navigation

·  Firefighting

·  First Aid & CPR

·  Flashing Light (visual communications)

·  Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)

·  Master Mate

·  Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

·  Radar Observer

·  Seafarer's Training, Certification and Watchkeeping

·  Tankerman

·  Terrestrial Navigation

 

Shipyard Jobs

·  AutoCAD Operator

·  Draftsman

·  Designer

·  Estimator

·  Marine Engineer

·  Naval Architect

·  Scheduler

·  Secretary

·  Technical Writer

·  Training Instructor

·  Painters

·  Crane Operators

·  Electrician

·  Machinist

·  Mechanic

·  Pipe Fitter

·  Purchasing Clerk

·  Safety Officer

·  Environmental Officer

·  Tool Room Clerk

·  Quality Assurance Engineer

·  Drivers

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