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Career paths in the maritime industry

Below is a diagram showing possible paths for progressing through a career in the maritime industry. Click on the marine licence name to go to the notes for guidance of candidates.

Deck marine licences

You can obtain a Coxswain, Master Class 5 or Skipper Grade 3 certificate (entry level licences) without having held any previous marine licence provided you can meet the prerequisites, sea service requirements, successfully undertake a training course and pass an oral exam.

Engineering marine licences

You can obtain a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3, Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 or Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 licence (entry level licences) without having held any previous licence provided you can meet the prerequisites, sea service requirements, successfully undertake a training course and pass an oral exam.

Here is information about a career in the maritime industry (PDF, 520 KB).

Flow chart of career paths in the maritime industry

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For further information contact a Maritime Safety Queensland regional office.

Last reviewed: 05 January 2012