Deck Cadet

Almost any vessel, whether it’s a cruise ship, an oil tanker, a military vessel, a general cargo ship, a ferry, or a heavy load carrier will count a Deck Cadet amongst her crew. A Deck Cadet is like an apprentice or a trainee seafarer. Typically a Cadet will help with daily operations and ship maintenance. Deck Cadet duties will also normally include assisting with preparations for departure and arrival at port.

If a Cadet is working in seafarer jobs in the merchant navy, this will include helping to supervise the loading and unloading of cargo, as well as its storage onboard. On a cruise ship or ferry, instead of cargo, a Cadet will assist in ensuring that passenger onboarding is safely and efficiently carried out. They will also learn how to moor the vessel.