Officer of the watch (near coastal)

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

3 yrs

typical

Sector

Transport and logistics

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Take charge of a vessel’s safety, security and navigation during operations both at sea and when in harbour.

Keep a safe navigational watch on the bridge

Plan and execute coastal passages using charts and ECDIS

Monitor weather, tidal conditions, and vessel traffic

Respond to emergencies including man-overboard and fire

Carry out deck duties, mooring, and cargo operations

Maintain log books and navigate in compliance with COLREGs

Navigation including chart work, passage planning, and electronic navigation aids

Collision regulations (COLREGs) and safe watchkeeping

Vessel stability, cargo, and load line requirements

Emergency procedures, fire-fighting, and survival at sea

Meteorology and tidal planning for near-coastal passages

Maritime legislation and MCA certification requirements

Ready to look for a place?

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