Maritime

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

General Purpose Hand

A General Purpose Hand performs various duties on a marine vessel, assisting passengers, managing cargo, cleaning, and conducting safety checks.

Avg yearly income $57,200
Skill level Beginner

Deckhand

A Deckhand performs cleaning, maintenance, cargo handling, mooring, and safety patrols on a ship, requiring physical fitness, teamwork, and strict adherence to safety procedures.

Avg yearly income $71,240
Skill level Beginner

Coxswain

A Coxswain steers small vessels, navigates courses, communicates with crew, and prioritises safety during journeys and emergencies.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Beginner

Boat Builder

A Boat Builder constructs and repairs maritime vessels, customising designs to client specifications and specialising in areas like interiors or masts.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Beginner

Shipwright

A Shipwright builds and repairs ships, requiring strong technical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork to meet customer needs.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Beginner

Assistant Shipwright

An Assistant Shipwright aids in constructing and maintaining vessels, following instructions and working in teams while ensuring attention to detail.

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Beginner

Marine Mechanic

A Marine Mechanic repairs boats and maritime equipment, specialising in engines and systems while demonstrating problem-solving skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Marine Engineer

A Marine Engineer maintains and repairs shipping equipment, working on various vessel systems and ensuring effective operation through servicing and problem-solving.

Avg yearly income $111,800
Skill level Advanced

Engineer Watchkeeper

An Engineer Watchkeeper ensures the effective operation and maintenance of ship machinery, requiring technical skills, attention to detail, and clear communication.

Avg yearly income $94,900
Skill level Advanced

Second Engineer

A Second Engineer repairs and maintains equipment on a vessel, handling mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while ensuring smooth operations.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Beginner

Sea Captain

A Sea Captain navigates and manages a vessel, ensuring safety and leadership while transporting passengers or cargo and communicating with the crew.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Beginner

Ship Mate

A Ship Mate assists with navigation, supervises crew, manages cargo, and ensures safety aboard vessels, requiring strong awareness and problem-solving skills.

Avg yearly income $87,360
Skill level Advanced

Chief Cook

A Chief Cook prepares meals on a vessel, ensuring ingredient availability, hygiene, and special dietary needs while managing tasks efficiently.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in maritime

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation)
On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Control Systems Engineer Robotics Engineer Integration Engineer
Maintenance Engineer Automation Engineer Chief Engineer Industrial Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Control Systems Engineer Robotics Engineer Integration Engineer Maintenance Engineer Automation Engineer Chief Engineer Industrial Engineer + 4 more

Doctor of Engineering
On Campus, Online
36 months
$38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer University Professor
Senior Project Manager Chief Engineer Product Development Engineer Propulsion Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer University Professor Senior Project Manager Chief Engineer Product Development Engineer Propulsion Engineer + 4 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Dual Fuel Engines
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Marine Engineer Maintenance Manager
Fleet Manager Industrial Engineer Systems Engineer Environmental Compliance Officer Environmental Officer Operations Coordinator
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Marine Engineer Maintenance Manager Fleet Manager Industrial Engineer Systems Engineer Environmental Compliance Officer Environmental Officer Operations Coordinator + 6 more
SIT30821

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 36 months
$0 - $34,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Kitchen Attendant Catering Assistant Demi Chef
Cook Chef Commis Chef Breakfast Chef Executive Chef Pizza Chef Chef de Partie Sous Chef Apprentice Chef Chief Cook Food Service Assistant Baker Assistant Pastry Chef
+ 13 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Kitchen Attendant Catering Assistant Demi Chef Cook Chef Commis Chef Breakfast Chef Executive Chef Pizza Chef Chef de Partie Sous Chef Apprentice Chef Chief Cook Food Service Assistant Baker Assistant Pastry Chef + 13 more
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $30,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor
Plant Mechanic Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Blacksmith Advanced Engineering Tradesperson Workshop Supervisor Hydraulic Engineer Maintenance Fitter Process Technician Boat Builder
+ 13 more
MEM30719

Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
Apprenticeship, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $18,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Shipwright Marine Mechanic Boat Builder
Shipwright
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Shipwright Marine Mechanic Boat Builder Shipwright + 1 more
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $28,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fabricator Boilermaker Welder
Blacksmith TIG Welder Metal Worker Brake Press Operator Machinist Welding Instructor Aircraft Surface Finisher Vehicle Body Builder Maintenance Fitter Assistant Shipwright Boat Builder Shipwright Sheet Metal Worker Production Technician Motor Trimmer
+ 15 more
MEM30219

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $27,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Motor Trimmer Production Technician Locksmith
Sheet Metal Worker Gas Industry Operator Boat Builder Shipwright Marine Mechanic Welding Instructor Hydraulic Fitter Hydraulic Mechanic Paper Mill Worker Metal Worker TIG Welder Boilermaker Blacksmith Welder Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Machinist Maintenance Fitter
+ 18 more
MAR40320

Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus
7 weeks
$6,315 - $11,490
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ship Mate Sea Captain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ship Mate Sea Captain
MAR40220

Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Blended, Distance, On Campus
6 - 12 weeks
$0 - $12,210
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Engineer Engineer Watchkeeper
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Engineer Engineer Watchkeeper
MAR30921

Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 18 weeks
$0 - $9,380
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sea Captain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sea Captain
MAR20321

Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 8 weeks
$0 - $6,970
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand General Purpose Hand Coxswain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand General Purpose Hand Coxswain
AUR30620

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 years
$0 - $27,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
Manufacturing Technician Mechanical Engineering Technician Hydrogen Engineer Mobile Plant Mechanic Apprentice Caravan Mechanic Engineer Watchkeeper Motorsport Mechanic Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Light Vehicle Mechanic Vehicle Body Builder Panel Beater Tyre Fitter Electric Vehicle Technician TCF Mechanic Motorcycle Mechanic Forklift Mechanic Senior Automotive Mechanic Windscreen Fitter Motor Trimmer Trailer Technician
+ 20 more
AUR30520

Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $3,056
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Mechanic
MAR10418

Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus
2 - 3 weeks
$0 - $1,377
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand General Purpose Hand Coxswain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand General Purpose Hand Coxswain
MAR10220

Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus
2 - 7 days
$0 - $3,140
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Purpose Hand Deckhand
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Purpose Hand Deckhand
MAR20421

Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 weeks
$0 - $6,350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Second Engineer General Purpose Hand Coxswain
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Second Engineer General Purpose Hand Coxswain
MAR30320

Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Cookery)
Blended
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Cook
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Cook
MAR30821

Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 5 weeks
$0 - $9,130
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Second Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Second Engineer
MEM50119

Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $25,110
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hydraulic Fitter Plant Mechanic Blacksmith
Hydraulic Mechanic Machinist Advanced Engineering Tradesperson Welder Assistant Shipwright Shipwright Maintenance Fitter
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hydraulic Fitter Plant Mechanic Blacksmith Hydraulic Mechanic Machinist Advanced Engineering Tradesperson Welder Assistant Shipwright Shipwright Maintenance Fitter + 7 more
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