deck officer
deck officer
what it looks like
Clyde Marine Training (CMT) prepares Deck Officers to navigate ships safely, manage cargo and keep people and assets safe at sea and in port.
quick snapshot
core focus
Navigation, safety, cargo operations and bridge watchkeeping.
training format
Five phases across three years that blend college learning with sea time, coordinated by CMT.
what you do at sea
- Hold bridge watches and help steer the safest route using radar, ECDIS and other instruments.
- Keep the ship’s log, monitor weather and traffic and communicate with Vessel Traffic Services by radio.
- Carry out safety checks and maintain lifesaving and firefighting equipment as part of the team.
what you do at sea
- Hold bridge watches and help steer the safest route using radar, ECDIS and other instruments.
- Keep the ship’s log, monitor weather and traffic and communicate with Vessel Traffic Services by radio.
- Carry out safety checks and maintain lifesaving and firefighting equipment as part of the team.
what you do in port
- Coordinate cargo operations and help ensure the ship’s stability plan is followed.
- Work with the terminal, pilot and tug teams to keep people and assets safe.
what you do in port
- Coordinate cargo operations and help ensure the ship’s stability plan is followed.
- Work with the terminal, pilot and tug teams to keep people and assets safe.
where you might sail
- CMT sponsors train across the international shipping sector on tankers, container ships, bulk carriers, cruise and ferry vessels.
where you might sail
- CMT sponsors train across the international shipping sector on tankers, container ships, bulk carriers, cruise and ferry vessels.
progression path
- Start as Junior or Third Officer, then progress to Second Officer, Chief Officer and eventually Captain with experience and further certification.
progression path
- Start as Junior or Third Officer, then progress to Second Officer, Chief Officer and eventually Captain with experience and further certification.
skills that fit this route
decision-making
awareness
the bridge
training journey at a glance
CMT handles recruitment, sponsor matching, college placement and sea-phase coordination so you can focus on learning and performing.
next step
Check entry requirements and apply online. CMT will guide you through interviews and matching.
next step
Check entry requirements and apply online. CMT will guide you through interviews and matching.