- Tie barges together into tow units for tugboats to handle, inspecting barges periodically during voyages and disconnecting them when destinations are reached.
- Attach hoses and operate pumps to transfer substances to and from liquid cargo tanks.
- Handle lines to moor vessels to wharfs, to tie up vessels to other vessels, or to rig towing lines.
Merchant Navy deck officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Merchant Navy deck officers look after the day-to-day running and navigation of ships, and take care of passengers and cargo.
Merchant Navy deck officers typically work around 52 to 54 hours per week.
As a Merchant Navy deck officer you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
- Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
Average salary |
55,096 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
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55,096 GBP
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55,096 GBP
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55,096 GBP
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40,588 GBP
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38,434 GBP
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42,435 GBP
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45,071 GBP
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45,498 GBP
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55,096 GBP
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55,622 GBP
Future outlook for Merchant Navy deck officers
Merchant Navy deck officer - Your future job?
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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
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