Maritime Services

2nd Officer (Maritime)

Description of Tasks

2nd Officers (Maritime) perform deck duties as directed. They also take care of lifesaving appliance, firefight equipment and navigational equipment.

Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services

2nd Officers (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in maritime services to solve issues and problems at work.

Knowledge and skills in maintenance of navigational equipment

2nd Officers (Maritime) need to distribute work for the maintenance of navigational equipment.

Minimum Requirements

  • A higher diploma in maritime studies or equivalent is usually required
  • Relevant certificates recognised by ocean going sector and/ or river trade sector; Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 3
  • 12 to 36 months sea-time experience

Monthly salary

$10,000-$15,000

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