Engine ratings support the safe operation, maintenance, and monitoring of machinery and engineering systems onboard ships.
Common positions can include:
Wiper
Oiler
Fitter
Motorman
Able Seafarer Engine
Other engine department ratings
What Do Engine Ratings Do?
Depending on their position, engine ratings may assist with:
Machinery maintenance
Cleaning and housekeeping
Machinery monitoring
Repairs
Engine-room operations
Safety procedures
Common Requirements
Depending on the position, an applicant may need:
Appropriate STCW training
Relevant certification
Medical fitness
Identification documents
Sea service
Position-specific qualifications
Career Progression
An engine rating can develop experience and qualifications that may support progression toward more advanced engine department roles.
However, higher positions require additional education, training, certification, and qualifying experience.
Before Applying
Ask the employer or licensed manning agency:
What rank is being offered?
What certificates are required?
What training is required?
Is sea service required?
What vessel will you join?
What are the employment terms?
Verify Current Requirements
MARINA publishes certification rules and circulars covering different categories of seafarers.
Because requirements can change, applicants should verify the current requirements for their specific position.
Final Reminder
Do not pay for training simply because someone says it is required.
First determine whether the course is actually applicable to the position you want.
