MAR30924 – Certificate III in Maritime Operations

This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency in the capacity of master on commercial vessels up to 24 m in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the specialist elective unit group selected from the group choice below.

Duties and Functions

Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Master up to 24 metres NC as specified in Marine Order 505.

AMSA certification of competency will require:

• achieving MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 m Near Coastal) or MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master Inland Waters),
• long range operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) issued by ACMA (or higher qualification),
• qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 505,
• meeting the medical fitness requirements as specified in Marine Order 505 and
• having passed final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505.

Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.