Merchant Navy (or Merchant Marine) refers to the merchant fleet of a country, which varies in capacity. Seafarers on merchant vessels, who hold various military-like ranks and responsibilities and are sometimes members of various maritime trade unions, are required by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers to carry Merchant Mariner's Documents. The following is a partial list of the merchant navies or merchant marines of various countries. It is a rewarding and adventurous opportunity for anyone who loves traveling and adventure.
The Merchant navy career options mainly include the following category:
1. Navigating Officers (Deck side Officers)
2. Marine Engineering Officers (Engine side Officers)
3. Crew Members (To assist the Officers)
4. Specialized Officers (Electrical Officer, Radio Officers)
Shipping companies offer these positions on contracts for a period of 6 to 9 months. After finishing the contract period, the officers can enjoy leaving & whenever they want to join back, the company
will absorb them immediately. Presently the demand for Marine Engineers & Deck officers is high worldwide. The shipping companies are facing a great shortage for the Deck & Engine officers. Hence the trained persons are getting an immediate job.
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