Career in Merchant Navy

Career in Merchant Navy

A career at sea offers a unique way of life and a challenging and rewarding career - it is far from an average job. Merchant Shipping is a vital national industry - over 90% of everything that comes in and out of the country goes by sea. Merchant ships operate all around the world and include modern Bulk Carrier, container ships, General Cargo Ships, luxury cruise liners, oil, gas and chemical tankers and support vessels for the offshore exploration industry.

Officers

Navigation (Deck), Engineering and Electro Technical Officers.

Ships Officers generally work in two departments - Deck and Engineering and this begins when you enroll as an officer trainee either Deck Cadet or Trainee Marine Engineer (TME)! The training for both disciplines uses a mixture of academic work which is combined with practical training both at college and at sea.

At any time you may wish to move to a job ashore, your experience as a ship's officer will stand you in good stead. Technical and managerial skills learned at sea are readily transferable and can be developed by further training.