Description of Tasks

Ship Masters (Maritime) navigate and command ships and vessels, and perform related functions on ships. They also perform monitoring roles to ensure safe loading and unloading of cargoes in accordance with safety regulations, harbour rules and customs procedures.

Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services

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

Professional knowledge and skills in using navigational equipment

Ship Masters (Maritime) must be able to navigate and steer ship or similar vessel at sea or on inland waterways. They study maps, charts, weather reports and use navigational equipment to determine and direct ship movements.

Minimum Requirements

• A higher diploma in maritime studies or equivalent is usually required
• Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 1 (Master Mariner); certificates recognised by other countries if the officer is serving on international voyages
• 12 to 24 months sea-time experience after attaining Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 2
• Pass eyesight test and undergo medical examination. Possess adequate seafaring experience and have general knowledge of a variety of subjects, including commercial practice, maritime law, meteorology, ship construction, and marine engineering. (usually start as deck cadets, a training post leading to the acquisition of Class 3 Certificate of Competency issued by the Marine Department of Hong Kong after passing the relevant exams and become deck officers. Deck officer can accumulate on board experience to obtain Certificates of Competency of higher classes and eventually attain the Master level. Require at least 18-month seatime experience for Officer in charge of Navigational Watch (for holder of a higher diploma in maritime studies). Require 12-month seatime experience for Chief Mate after attaining Class 3 Certificate of Competency.

Monthly salary

$10,000-$15,000

Deck Cadet

Monthly salary

$15,000-$23,000

Third Officer

Monthly salary

$18,000-$27,000

Second Officer

Monthly salary

$23,000-$35,000

Chief Officer

Monthly salary

$40,000-$80,000

Ship Master/ Captain

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