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A Coxswain steers small boats or marine vessels and may take on other duties during a journey. You might give directions to other crewmates and liaise with authorities via marine radio. A Coxswain, or Navigator, Coxswain Grade 1 or Coxswain Grade 2, navigates a course and take into account factors such as weather. You may take charge during an emergency and issue instructions to crew and passengers.
A Coxswain should have strong situational awareness and be able to focus for long periods of time. You’ll need to be a strong leader and be able to communicate well with your crew. A Coxswain should make safety a priority and be able to follow correct procedures at all times.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Coxswain.
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Get your grade 2 coxswain certificate at an advanced maritime training facility with simulated mission bridge and radio room. The Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal) (MAR10418) is a nationally recognised course that qualifies you to operate and command a vessel up to 12 metres long. During a 14 day intensive you’ll be gaining seamanship, survival and emergency response skills and graduate ready to apply for your Grade 2 Coxswain Near Coastal. Enquire now for the next course dates and entry requirements..
Average duration: 2 weeks.
Get your coxswain’s ticket with the MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal). This nationally recognised qualification is the training component of the AMSA certification for coxswain’s working on near coastal commercial vessels up to 12 metres. The course covers: operating inboard and outboard motors, navigating and handling a vessel up to 12 metres, complying with maritime regulations, responding to emergency situations, vessel abandonment procedures, surviving at sea, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, AMSA certification competencies, and training providers near you that offer this qualification..
Average duration: 4 weeks.
In Australia, a full time Coxswain generally earns $865 per week ($44,980 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over recent years. There are currently 7,700 people employed in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as a Coxswain. Coxswains may find work across regions of Australia where maritime activities are common.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal) is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Coxswain. This course addresses a range of topics including seamanship, survival and emergency response skills. You could also consider a Certificate II in Maritime Operations.
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Here are some potential career pathways within maritime. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Maritime
Assistant Shipwright
$960 weekly pay
Coxswain
$865 weekly pay
Deckhand
General Purpose Hand
Second Engineer
Boat Builder
$1,200 weekly pay
Chief Cook
$1,050 weekly pay
Chief Engineer
$1,350 weekly pay
Engineer Watchkeeper
Marine Engineer
$1,600 weekly pay
Marine Mechanic
$1,250 weekly pay
Marine Surveyor
$1,440 weekly pay
Sea Captain
Ship Mate
Shipwright
Watchkeeper Deck Officer
Master Mariner
Naval Architect
$1,730 weekly pay
Ship Master
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