Skill set details

Release 2.  This is the second release of this Skill Set with in the MAR Maritime Training Package with units updated.

Release 1 . This is the first release of this Skill Set in the MAR Maritime Training Package.

This Skill Set reflects the skills and knowledge required by Able Seafarer – Engine to undertake task, duties and responsibilities of an Able Seafarer - Deck.

This Skill Set is part of the MAR Maritime Training Package.

Entry requirements 

Before undertaking this Skill Set, Seafarers seeking certification will need to have completed certification in:

• MAR30220 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating) (Able Seafarer - Engine)

Check with Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) before undertaking this Skill Set to determine requirements for Able Seafarer - Deck.

To obtain a Certificate of Proficiency as an Able Seafarer – Deck from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Seafarers will need to complete this Skill Set.

Check with AMSA to determine requirements for Able Seafarer – Deck certification.

A total of 7 units of competency must be attained. 

MARB055

Maintain mooring equipment

MARC052

Operate deck machinery, cargo handling gear and equipment on a vessel

MARC058

Perform rigging on board a vessel

MARC061

Conduct mooring operations using mechanical equipment

MARC062

Perform mooring operations

MARK012

Steer a vessel under direction of the Master

MARO008

Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe navigational watch

Persons interested in undertaking task, duties and responsibilities of an Able Seafarer – Deck.

This MARSS00020 Able Seafarer - Deck Skill Set from the MAR Maritime Training Package meets some of the industry requirements for Seafarers who work on commercial vessels as an Able Seafarer – Deck.

Not applicable.