Marine and Nautical Services
Employees may work on floating drilling and production facilities, supply and standby vessels, seismic and chase vessels, petroleum product carriers/tankers and tugs. These positions are responsible for the transportation of passengers and materials, the stabilization of water-based units and vessels, and the operations, inspection, maintenance and repair of underwater drilling and production facilities.
Education
Two career streams exist: one experience-based and the second, academic-based. Mobility is based upon successful completion of training courses and examinations specified by Transport Canada. Formal post-secondary training requirements may not apply if an individual has the necessary directly related marine engineering experience and has been certified by Transport Canada.
Career paths
Typically, entry-level positions that may lead to Deck Officer and Engineering Officer careers are marine positions such as Deckhands, Engine Room Assistants and Able Seamen.
At work
Offshore operations are usually in remote locations and may require extended periods of time away from home. Shift or rotational work may mean two weeks on, followed by one week off of the work site.
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