- Stand watches on vessels during specified periods while vessels are under way.
- Assume command of vessels in the event that ships' masters become incapacitated.
- Steer vessels, using navigational devices, such as compasses or sextants, or navigational aids, such as lighthouses or buoys.
- Determine geographical positions of ships, using lorans, azimuths of
Merchant Navy rating | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Merchant Navy ratings carry out a wide range of jobs to help the day-to-day running of a ship.
Merchant Navy ratings typically work around 53 to 55 hours per week.
As a Merchant Navy rating you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 55,096 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Merchant Navy rating
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55,096 GBP
Average salary for full-time Merchant Navy rating
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55,096 GBP
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Salary over time for Merchant Navy rating
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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
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Future outlook for Merchant Navy ratings
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5% yearly wage growth (on average)
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Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Things to highlight for your Merchant Navy rating interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
