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Last updated: 27 October 2020

Surveyor of domestic commercial vessels

Find everything you need to know as a surveyor in the Australian maritime industry.

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International operator

If you're an international operator expecting to visit an Australian port, or operating in…

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Domestic seafarer or crew

To work on a commercial vessel in Australia you need a current certificate of competency or an…

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Teacher or student

Teaching you about maritime safety.

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Beacon owner

If you own a distress beacon, it must be registered. Registering your beacon is free and in some…

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Seafarer job seeker

Find what you need to get your next job in the maritime industry.

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Domestic commercial vessel owner or operator

If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel, there are a number of practicalities you will…

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International crew

Find out about seafarer certificates that apply to you if you work on an international vessel.

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Journalist or member of the media

Access content you need for your news stories. For all media enquiries call +61 1300 624 633 during…

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Coastal pilot

Find the resources you need to become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in…

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Registered training organisation

Whether you offer training for domestic or international certificates, find the information you'll…

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Commercial fisher

If you're a commercial fisher, you will need to be aware of developments in the industry, safety…

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Owner or operator who wants to check safety equipment requirements

Use the My Boat application to understand and comply with safety equipment requirements, for your…

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Job seeker

Find out what it's like to work for us and whether we have any current vacancies.

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Surveyor of domestic commercial vessels

International operator

Domestic seafarer or crew

Teacher or student

Beacon owner

Seafarer job seeker

Domestic commercial vessel owner or operator

International crew

Journalist or member of the media

Coastal pilot

Registered training organisation

Commercial fisher

Owner or operator who wants to check safety equipment requirements

Job seeker

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