If you are someone with the particular type of mechanical aptitude that only comes after years of hard work and education, there is no time like the present to consider a career as a Marine Engine Driver. This is a growth industry in Australia and it represents one of the most logical transitions possible for a person with the mechanical skills you already have.
Becoming a Marine Engine Driver
If becoming a Marine Engine Driver is something you are interested in, it is important to know that your mechanical aptitude alone is only half the battle. You will still need to develop certain skills that will not only allow you to excel on the open water, but that will help keep things running safely and smoothly throughout your career.
In order to become a Marine Engine Driver, you will need skills like working effectively with others in this type of environment, the safe and stable operation of deck machinery, hull maintenance and more. Even basic survival skills are necessary if you are serious about pursuing this career path.
Extending your experience
Making the decision to become a Marine Engine Driver opens you up to a world of opportunity you may not have otherwise had access to. A Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 certificate of competency lets you work in the engine room on commercial vessels in Australia’s near coastal waters, with the propulsion power and operating limits set by AMSA. It is the ticket a lot of engine room crew build a career on, and the sea time you clock counts towards higher engineering tickets later.
The training
We deliver MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal), with dates running throughout the year.
If you have made the decision to become a Marine Engine Driver, consider Maritime and Safety Training for your coursework. We are a registered training organisation, RTO 90440, delivering nationally recognised maritime qualifications. We deliver the training and issue your qualification. AMSA issues the certificate of competency once you meet its sea service and assessment requirements.
Plenty of engine room crew pair the qualification with Shipboard Safety Skill Set or move on to Master up to 24 Metres.
