This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency in the capacity of Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal.

Duties and Functions

Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC as specified in Marine Order 505.

AMSA certification will require:

• achieving MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal),
• qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 505,
• meeting the medical requirements specified in Marine Order 505 and
• having passed final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505.

Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.