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Chief Mate/Master
The Chief Mate is the head of the deck department. This involves administrative tasks such as scheduling work, quality control, coordinating with other departments, and conflict resolution. The chief mate also compiles supply, overtime, and cost control records, and requisitions or purchases stores and equipment.
The Chief Mate is responsible to the captain for the safety and security of the ship. Responsibilities include:
- the crew's welfare
- training in areas such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue.
The Chief Mate is second in command on merchant ships that do not carry a Staff Captain.
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Career Snapshot Chief Mate/Master |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
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Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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