Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services
Engineer Cadets (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in maritime services to solve issues and problems at work.
Engineer Cadets (Maritime)
Descriptions & Duties
- Engineer Cadets (Maritime) are trainee officers working inside the engine room on board.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in repair of machinery
Engineer Cadets (Maritime) need to study duties related to the operation, maintenance and repair of machinery under the direction of the 2nd Engineer.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A higher diploma in mechanical (marine) engineering or above
Professional qualification
- Relevant certificates recognised by ocean going sector and/ or river trade sector
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$15,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$23,000
Monthly Salary $18,000-$27,000
Monthly Salary $23,000-$35,000
Monthly Salary $33,000-$49,000
Related Education & Training
Required Courses as Prescribed by the Industry
- Elementary First Aid and Proficiency in Medical First Aid (Combined)
- Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting and Advanced Fire Fighting (Combined)
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats
- Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
- Upgrading Course for Certificates of Competency (CoC) Class 3 (Engineer)
Work Environment
- Engineer Cadets (Maritime) usually work according to schedule tied to the operations of the ship. They need to wear uniform. For those who work on shore, they work according to regular schedule in an office or at a shipyard.
Tools
- Boilers
- Fire system
- IT devices
- Main engines - turbine or diesel engines
- Sludge or sewage removal equipment
