Overview
Marine Engineers control and manage the operation and maintenance of ship's plants and equipment.
Day-to-day
- plans, controls and co-ordinates the operational and maintenance requirements of a ship's propulsion and domestic plant and equipment
- operates plant and equipment and performs routine maintenance on ship's systems including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam generating, and fire prevention and control systems.
Considerations
- Physically demanding
- Working outdoors
To become a Marine Engineer
You need a certificate III or IV in maritime operations (marine engineering) to work as a Marine Engineer. Some workers have a diploma or advanced diploma.
Take a Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2)