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You will need at least four GCSEs (grades A-C), or equivalent qualifications. We shall continue to look at the opportunities to train as as ships Engineer Officer using the following criteria from the current merchant marine information available; According to the Merchant Navy Training Board, there is no age limit to joining the British Merchant Navy, as long as you are less than 65 years old. You would normally need A levels or equivalent qualifications, which includes maths and/or science. These courses usually include on board practical training. You could find both onshore and offshore positions with shipping companies, port authorities, maritime insurance companies and shipping brokers. If you're under the age of 18, you will need the consent of a parent or guardian. The MNTB has responsibility for setting and approving the training frameworks for new entrants into the Merchant Navy. Deck Officer: The age limit Minimum is 17.5 Years and Maximum 25 years. For GME, candidates must hold a BE degree in Naval Architecture/ Mechanical Engineering. You need to be physically fit with normal eye vision, without colour blindness and medically examined as per Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination Rules) 2000 dated 19.01.2000. Qualifications required for entry to the Ships Engineer Officer HND Course is four GCSEs in mathâs, science and English and one other subject, a Degree Course requiring the same GCSEs plus two A levels. Technically, you can sail on a ship as a crew as long as you are medically/physically fit, and can undertake your responsibilities effectively. HVAC: Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning, Introduction to Merchant Marine as a Second or Third Career, Overview of Entry Requirements to Mercantile Marine as an Engineering Officer, Merchant Marine as a Second or Third Career; Opportunities for a Mature Candidate, For advice on applying for a course at a Marine College, Please click on link to see some of the Marine Colleges, Commercial Energy Usage: Learn about Emission Levels of Commercial Buildings, Time to Upgrade Your HVAC? Next the medical, carried out by the Shipping Federation âpoolâ doctor, then passports, Seamanâs Card and Discharge Books, and you were ready to go to sea. Or 10 + 2 or ITI Engineering with 50% average marks (40% in English in either case) Age Limit: Between 17.5 to 25 years Merchant seamen 1939–1945. First Class, 85% Success. You need to be aged 16 or over to join the Royal Navy. Age limit hiked in bid to attract rural youth to merchant navy You can join the merchant navy from age 16 onwards as an officer cadet or marine apprentice and train as a deck rating. Engineer: The candidates needs to be of 28 years of age when he is commencing the course. You will at least four GCSEs (grades A-C), or equivalent qualifications. Merchant Navy apprentices. Age limit for joining merchant Navy:-Minimum age limit is 19 years and maximum age limit is 23 years. Royal Navy ratings work onboard ships and submarines. Age Limit for Merchant Navy. Age relaxation of 5 years to SC/ST candidates will be available as per the rules of Government of India. To join Navy after higher secondary education you have to compete NDA examination and the age limit for same is the 16.5 years to 19 years . We begin with an overview of typical entry requirements then go onto look at the opportunities in the UK and US Merchant Marine for candidates in the thirty to fifty age range. Updated: 18 Aug 2008, 12:16 AM IST P. Manoj. Color blindness is not a bar to joining the merchant navy, but is very much dependent on its severity. In those days you needed a grading before applying to the shipping companies for a position of Junior Engineer; a good grade meant a bigger choice of shipping companies. The MNTB is a voluntary body and a part of the UK Chamber of Shipping, the trade association for the UK shipping industry. You can also start your career after completing an industry-backed foundation degree, HND or degree at university. Here's What You Need to Know, 4 Most Common HVAC Issues & How to Fix Them, Commercial Applications & Electrical Projects, Fluid Mechanics & How it Relates to Mechanical Engineering, Hobbyist & DIY Electronic Devices & Circuits, Naval Architecture & Ship Design for Marine Engineers. You must have good eyesight and be physically fit, as you will have to pass a medical before you can start training. I spent many happy years at sea in the Merchant Navy as an Engineer Officer. Experience on diesel engines will be an advantage. Age limit Age as on the date of admission on 01 August of the year of taking admission shall be as follows: i) Minimum age – 17 years ii) Maximum age – 25 Years Any medical condition that requires taking regular specialist medication may be a disadvantage as it is unlikely that these will be carried in the ships medical department; loss or running short of medication at sea could become a problem, but this is dependent on the medication and medical condition. It includes:-. You can find out the age requirements for each job by using our Role Finder.. You can join the Royal Navy if you’re aged 16 to 39, dependent on the role you choose. Merchant Navy entrance exam ; The All India Merchant Navy Entrance Test is conducted by INDIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY , Chennai. A coastguard supports search and rescue services to prevent loss of life on the coast and at sea. Sailors range from their teens to age 40 in terms of new recruits. Physical Standards - Medically fit as per the standards set by M. S. Medical Examination Rules, 2000. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. If you work with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, you may work in combat zones. You need to be dedicated and highly disciplined as well as being physically fit. Eyesight - Candidates have to Qualify a full eyesight test conducted by the Mercantile Marine Department before being finally selected for the course. Before applying for any of the Merchant Navy roles offered by Clyde Marine Training, make sure you meet the minimum entry requirements: Medical Fitness: 6/6 in each eye, no visual aids, no color blindness To Join as a GP Rating: Eligibility: 10th Std passed with 40% average marks in English, Maths and Science. Navy personnel are tested for physical fitness twice a year, and even though the requirements get slightly easier the older you are, they're still too strict for you … Other websites quote an upper age limit of 32 years old, so better to check with the proposed Shipping Company before applying. ... You could work for UK … I joined the British Merchant Navy as twenty year old, having served my apprenticeship as a marine fitter in Harland and Wolff Belfast. Chief Engineer (Former Employee) - Kingdom of Bahrain - 30 July 2020 We were paid well by this company and also management is fully responsible of the every person working on board with providing all the safety mearures. The highest graduation rate in the UK in 2016, with an 85% success rate. Catering Department: The age limit Minimum is 17.5 Years and Maximum 25 years. Physical Standards - Medically fit as per the standards set by M. S. Medical Examination Rules, 2000. SMarT is also available to unemployed seafarers through the Merchant Navy Training Provider (MNTP). Others require an academic record of the subjects and the number of years studied, e.g. Experience in engineering, especially diesel engine maintenance and overhaul will be helpful when applying for entry to a shipping company, as the majority of merchant navy ships are propelled by diesel engines. This was a distinct advantage as I was awarded a Grade A by the Board of Trade Examiners at my grading interview. The Merchant Navy is the collective term for commercial shipping and incudes a variety of vessels from … Browse the indexes of apprentices registered in the merchant navy in BT 150. Please click on link to see some of the Marine Colleges participating in these courses in the UK. This must have influenced my brother as well; he also went to sea as a ships Engineer Officer. SMarT can only be claimed on behalf of UK and European Economic Area (EEA) citizens normally resident in the UK ( ie. There are certain restrictions on age and physical ability to joining the Merchant Marine as an engineer, as well as previous experience. Whether you’re just starting out or have experience working in another merchant shipping company, there are opportunities for you, providing you have the determination, ambition and ability to work as part of a team. IMU-ONLINE TEST is conducted all over India. All Rights Reserved. Apprenticeships, internships and gap years, high quality oil, gas and chemical tankers, modern bulk carriers carrying ores, grain and coal, Master (Captain) – you would have full responsibility for the overall running and safety of the ship, crew (ratings), passengers and cargo. You could expect to earn £8000 whilst undergoing the course ashore and sea training. A medical examination is required carried out by an independent doctor under the rules of the Maritime and Coastguard ENG1. Find out your options and start planning your next steps, All the information you need to take your education to the next level, Not sure if uni or college is for you? As a deck officer, you would work at one of four levels, depending on your experience: Some very large cargo ships and passenger liners may have a fifth officer level. Final year students can also apply. We shall look at merchant marine information that is available to the mature person to join the Merchant Marine including the Marine Colleges open to them. Nowadays ships engines are mostly large slow-revving 2-stroke diesels such as MAN and Wärtsilär/Sulzer, some being bridge controlled, however watch-keeping and maintenance engineers are still required. Merchant Navy vessels fly the Red Ensign and are regulated by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). You must apply directly to the shipping companies or their training management agencies for details of their recruitment policies and the availability of sponsorship. Physical Standards: Medically fit as per the standards set by M. S. Medical Examination Rules, 2000. Find out what else you can do, The merchant navy is the UK’s commercial shipping industry. ... You can join the Merchant Navy from age 16 onwards as an officer cadet or marine apprentice and train on the job. Image: Flickr The United States Navy is an impressive fleet even if it’s only the second-biggest military branch in the country. The age limit to enroll in a US Mercantile Marine Academy was restricted to 25 years old, however Main Maritime Academy and Great Lakes Maritime Academies are two that have no age limit to undertake a ships Engineer Officerâs course. The often hazardous and isolated conditions found at sea mean that the applicant must be physically fit and able to carry out their duties without risk to other crew members of ships safety. Age Limit: Between 17.5 to 25 years. Merchant navy deck officers handle the navigation, communications, crew, cargo and overall running of the ship. The first step in becoming a Merchant Navy Cadet is to fill out the online application form. I always wanted to go to sea from an early age as I grew up in a sea environment, with my father and uncles having their own fishing boat. Company Hours. Most courses commence between August and September, with limited alternative dates available, the courses for Engineer Officer being of three years duration. You would work on deck, below deck and on the bridge, in all weather conditions. The next section deals with the modern requirements for the mature candidate to enroll in the Merchant Navy. Mon-Fri: 9:30am - 12:30pm & 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sat: Closed Sun: Closed. You would also manage work schedules and supervise other officers, Second Officer – you would be responsible for navigation, using radar, satellite and computer systems. You would assist the Second Officer and carry out watch duties. ... Age Limit: Maximum 25 years of age as on 1st of January or 1st of August. Merchant Navy deck officers look after the day-to-day running and navigation of ships, and take care of passengers and cargo. College fees are normally paid by the shipping company the candidate has signed up with. After the First World War King George V, in recognition of the contribution made to the British war effort by merchant ships, granted the title of ‘Merchant Navy’ to non-military sailors. Support from our team whenever you need, wherever you are Parts of the examination require a physical health and fitness report based on the results of actions such as climbing steep vertical ladders, keep their balance on a simulated moving deck, and lift and carry 50lb weights for stipulated distances. Please note the indexes for 1824-1910 are available online; indexes up to 1953 are on microfilm. Life at sea with the RFA takes a set of unique personal qualities. The age limit is relaxable by 2 years in case of female candidates. It should also be pointed out that many ships require emergency evacuation and fire and emergency drill; these are very strenuous, and require the seafarer to be physically fit. Age Limit - Maximum 25 years of age as on 1st of January or 1st of August. The Navy has strict height and weight standards that all service members are required to meet. Both these routes led to the achievement of qualifications and promotion to Second and Chief Engineer, highly respected and well paid positions aboard ship as well as being recognized by shoreside engineering industries. Merchant navy engineering officers maintain the mechanical and electrical machinery and instruments. These should include English, maths and physics (or combined science). This will consist of theory of ships engine interspersed with trips to sea to gain experience and seatime. As a deck officer in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (civilian-crewed ships operated by the Ministry of Defence), you could be responsible for monitoring helicopter movements, specialised navigation and nuclear biological chemical damage (NCBD) control. Your Engineer Cadet Training with the SSTG in the Merchant Navy Your first step to becoming an Engineer Officer is to complete a three-year Engineer Cadet Training programme . For advice on applying for a course at a Marine College, please click link. Here you will be asked to select one of three Merchant Navy careers that you would like to pursue – Deck Officer, Engineering Officer or Electro-technical Officer. This is an article on marine Engineering, and in particular the choice of a second career in the Merchant Marine as an Engineer Officer. one should have motivation to work in merchant navy, Also you should be physically fit to work in Merchant Navy. You will at least four GCSEs (grades A-C), or equivalent qualifications. Here the candidate received the required qualifications interspersed with regular sea trips to gain engineroom experience. The U.S. Navy offers many advantages. History of the VW Pathfinder Marine Engine. These jobs are often demanding and tend to follow shift patterns. Merchant navy deck officers are responsible for navigation, communications, crew and cargo onboard. According to the Merchant Navy Training Board, there is no age limit to joining the British Merchant Navy, as long as you are less than 65 years old. These should include English, maths and physics (or combined science). A candidate should be physically fit. Third Officer – this would usually be your first post after training, dealing with the ship's safety equipment and lifeboats. 365, 24/7 Support. You can join the merchant navy from age 16 onwards as an officer cadet or marine apprentice and train as a deck rating. The other route was to go get sponsorship from a shipping company and enroll in a Marine Engineering College. Age limit for joining Merchant Navy the age limit is different for different education level . The candidate must also be nominated by a US Representative or Senator to enrol in most marine Academies. They also look after passengers on ships and take part in on board social events. Requirements for Merchant Navy Postgraduate Courses: For MBA courses related to Merchant Navy, the upper age limit is 25 years whereas, for GME the upper age limit is 28 years. Copyright © 2020 Bright Hub PM. (So much for me running away to sea!) Academic entry qualifications required differ between Marine Academies, most requiring the candidate to take either a Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) or a American College Test (ACT) passing with a minimum SAT verbal attainment of 600, coupled with a math attainment of 660, a strong high school record is also a requirement. (So much for me running away to sea!) Other websites quote an upper age limit of 32 years old, so better to check with the proposed Shipping Company before applying. You would handle legal and commercial matters and keep all the ship's records up to date, Chief Officer – you would assist the Master and oversee deck operations and maintenance, cargo handling and storage. A candidate should be citizen of India. As the outbreak of World War II edged closer in 1939, the British merchant fleet remained the largest in the world, employing some 200,000 men and women. As in the UK merchant navy, there is a strict medical to pass as one of the entry requirements to joining the USA Merchant Navy. You would also monitor the vessel's position, speed, direction and weather reports, and carry out watch duties at sea and in port. How to join the RFA. Eyesight - Candidates have to Qualify a full eyesight test conducted by the Mercantile Marine Department before being finally selected for the course. Only unmarried male can appear in the test. The British Merchant Navy was the biggest in the world and required more crew than Great Britain had merchant seamen, as a result large numbers of Indian, Chinese and West African seamen were engaged to crew ships which regularly traded from … Nowadays things are done differently; experience is not enough as entry requirements require sitting an examination before going to sea as an Engineering Officer. GP Rating: The age limit Minimum is 17.5 Years and Maximum 25 years. Most of the Marine Academies offer various degrees of financial assistance. Age Limit - Maximum 25 years of age as on 1st of January or 1st of August. For more information read Crew lists, agreements and log books of merchant ships after 1861. View sponsoring shipping companies We recommend you fully research the individual shipping companies' websites to learn about the types of vessels they operate, and what type of ship you might like to work on. Our intake months are in January and September. Companies normally start the recruitment process around January each year for entry i… 4 years English and composition, 2 years maths and 1 years algebra, etc. Age limit hiked in bid to attract rural youth to merchant navy 3 min read. If you’re interested in a career in the armed forces, as a fire-fighter, coastguard, police officer or as private security this is the job sector for you. Although the Merchant Navy was a civilian service, during the periods of ‘hostilities’ some mariners served in uniform with the Royal Naval Reserve, Royal Naval Reserve Trawler Section, Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve and Royal Fleet Auxiliaries. Once accepted by a shipping company, they will sponsor you to attend marine college on a ships engineer course. These should include English, maths and physics (or combined science). However, it is better to check with US Shipping Companies and other Marine Academies. 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