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Deck officer (navigating officer)

The officer who navigates a merchant ship and handles its cargo, working up from Third Officer to Master. Entered through B.Sc Nautical Science at a DG Shipping approved institute.

Field Aviation and Maritime
Setting A ship's bridge at sea, in contracts of six to nine months, with shore leave between
Skills tested
Common routes B.Sc Nautical Science → Deck Officer Pre-sea Training - General Purpose Rating
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Marine engineer

The officer responsible for a merchant ship's engines and machinery at sea. Entered through a Marine Engineering degree from a DG Shipping approved institute, with progression to Chief Engineer by certificate of competency.

Field Aviation and Maritime
Setting Ship engine rooms at sea, in contracts of six to nine months, with shore leave between
Skills tested
Common routes Marine Engineering Pre-sea Training - General Purpose Rating
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Merchant navy - General Purpose rating

Entry-level crew work aboard merchant ships, open after Class 10, combining deck and engine room duties - one of the highest-earning routes available without a degree.

Field Aviation and Maritime
Setting
Skills tested
Common routes Pre-sea Training - General Purpose Rating
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