Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal

Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal

A coxswain commands and navigates a commercial vessel under 12 metres in length, operating within the limits of sheltered and inshore waters, that is, in waters within 5 nautical miles from the coast.  As master of a small fishing or trading vessel, they are responsible for supervising other crew and passengers.

They are also expected to lead a crew and make decisions under pressure, such as taking appropriate actions in an emergency. Other tasks for a coxswain include maintaining the operations of engines (less than 100 Kw), updating vessel logbooks, assisting in mooring and unmooring vessels, and keeping watch. Commercial vessels under the command of a coxswain can include passenger vessels, charter vessels, water taxis, tourist craft, and fishing vessels.

MAR10418 – Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)

Training Calendar and Enrolment Form

• Training Calendar
• Enrolment Form

AMSA Links for Certificate of Competency Application

• Certificate of Competency Application (AMSA 426)
• Eyesight Test Certificate (AMSA 542)
• Record of Sea Service (AMSA 771)
• Medical Certificate is compulsory for AMSA as of 1 January 2023.
• AMSA Sea Service and Task Books Information
• AMSA detailed information is available here