Seafood and Maritime Industries Training
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Deckhands carry out a range of basic duties essential to the running and maintenance of a boat or ship. The exact duties of a deckhand can vary depending on the type of vessel they work on.
Those working on sailing ships may have to climb tall masts and work in the ship’s rigging, while those working on a charter boat or ferry may spend more time taking care of passengers, sometimes serving drinks and food.
Regardless of the vessel, all deckhands assist in keeping the vessel clean and seaworthy, keeping lookout, steering and adjusting the course as directed and dealing with any emergencies that occur.
Delivery mode
Seafood and Maritime Industries Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 10-12 / 110 Reichardt Rd, Winnellie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal) will prepare you for the following roles.
General Purpose Hand
A General Purpose Hand attends to a range of duties on a ship, boat or other marine vessel. You might assist passengers, load and unload cargo or c...
Deckhand
A Deckhand performs a range of tasks on a ship or maritime vessel. You might carry out routine cleaning and maintenance tasks or help with loading...
About Seafood and Maritime Industries Training
SMIT is a progressive Registered Training Organisation providing training for people involved in the maritime, transport, seafood (fisheries), hospitality and tourism industries as well as oil and gas.
