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(Formerly Davao Merchant Marine Academy)

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Tigatto Road, Buhangin, Davao City, 8000
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1993 Philippines

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARINE TRANSPORTATION

Seamanship 1
DCSP-ACA-MT-CM-FBL-____
COURSE MODULE
(Paper-Based)

STUDENT’S COPY
Module Title 2. Shipboard Personnel

2.1 Organization of Crew, Authority Structure

Module Number 1

Competence *A-II/1 F3.C7: Application of leadership and team working skills

*A-II/1 [Link] 2: Working knowledge of shipboard personnel

(Organizations of crew, authority
KUP
structures and responsibilities)

2. Create an organizational structure of a shipboard organization

with each functional level and chain of command; and
Learning Outcomes
2.1 Describe the duties and responsibilities of each position.

References

Essential Readings Internet/Multi-media/Power point Presentation

Additional Abangan, E. (2015). Seamanship 1 for Support Level Marine Deck Seafarer
Readings/Videos

Module Content

Introduction:
Discussion:

I. Create an organizational structure of a shipboard organization with each

functional level and chain of command

Figiure-1. Shipboard Organizational Chart

-Shipboard organizational charts vary to each vessel or company, but the most common is the above
example.
Here is another example shown in figure 2.
Fig. 2

The Crew number and positionss depends on the manning requirements set by the authority.

II. Describe the duties and responsibilities of each position

position.

Duties and responsibilities of each crew onboard

a. Deck Department
1. Master- The captain or master is the ship's highest responsible officer, acting on behalf of the
ship's owner. The captain is responsible for the day-to-day
day day affairs of the ship as they are in
command. It is their responsibility to ensure that all the departments u
under them perform to the
requirements. Therefore the heads of the various departments answer to them.
2. Chief mate- The chief mate is the head of the deck department on a merchant vessel, second
second-in-
command after the ship's Master. The Chief mate's primary responsibilities
responsibilities are the vessel's cargo
operations, its stability, and supervising the deck crew. The mate is responsible for the safety and
security of the ship, as well as the welfare of the crew on board. The chief mate typically stands
the 4–8 navigation n watch. Additional duties include maintenance of the ship's hull, cargo gears,
accommodations, life saving appliances and firefighting appliances. The chief mate also trains the
crew and cadets on various aspects like safety, firefighting, search and rescue,
resc and various other
contingencies. The chief officer assumes command of the whole ship in the absence or
incapacitation of the master.
3. Second mate -The
The second mate is a qualified OICNW watch stander, directing the bridge team
and navigating the ship. The Second mate is the 3rd most experienced deck department officer
 after the Captain/Master and Chief mate. The Second mate's primary duty is navigational, which
includes updating charts and publications, keeping them current, making passage plans, and all
aspects of ship navigation. The Second mate's other duties may include directing line handlers,
cargo watches, directing anchor detail and training and instructing crew members.
4. Third mate-The Third officer is a qualified OICNW watch-stander, junior to the Second Mate.
When on navigational watch, the Third mate directs the bridge team, make sure the passage plan
is followed, keeping the ship safe and on track. The Third mate's primary duty is matters of safety,
inspecting gear lockers, lifeboats, and all equipment onboard ensuring that it is safe and
operational. Other duties include directing line handlers, cargo watches, directing anchor details
and training and instructing crew members. He is normally the part of the Command team during
emergencies and drills.
5. Deck cadet- A Deck Cadet or Trainee Navigational Officer or Nautical Apprentice is
an apprentice who has to learn the basic duties of a deck officer onboard a ship. Deck cadets after
sufficient sea time and exams attain certificate of competency of OICNW.
6. Deck ratings- Mariners without a certificate of competence are called ratings. They assist in all
other tasks that can arise during a voyage. This includes for example, mooring, cleaning of the
ship and its holds and repairing broken lines and ropes. These are physically challenging jobs and
have to be done regardless of the weather.[2]
7. Boatswain- The boatswain is the highest ranking unlicensed (rating) in the deck department. The
boatswain generally carries out the tasks instructed by the chief mate, directing the able seaman
and ordinary seaman. The boatswain generally does not stand a navigational watch.
8. Able-Bodied seaman- An able seaman (AB) works under the boatswain, completing tasks such
as working mooring lines, operating deck gear, standing anchor details, and working cargo. An
able seaman also stands a navigational watch, generally as a lookout or helmsman.
9. Ordinary seaman- The lowest ranking personnel in the deck department. An ordinary seaman
(OS) generally helps out with work that able seamen do. Other tasks include standing lookout, and
generally cleaning duties.
B. Engine Department

1. Chief engineer
The chief engineer on a merchant vessel is the official title of someone qualified to oversee the engine
department. The Chief Engineer, commonly referred to as "The chief", or just "chief", is responsible for all
operations and maintenance that have to do with all machinery and equipment throughout the ship. They
may be paid on par with the captain, and holds a similar rank as the captain.
2. Second engineer
The second engineer or first assistant engineer is the officer responsible for supervising the daily
maintenance and operation of the engine department. He or she reports directly to the chief engineer.
3. Third engineer-
The third engineer or second assistant engineer is usually in charge of boilers, fuel, auxiliary engines,
condensate and feed systems, and is the third most senior marine engineer on board. Depending on
usage, "the Second" or "the Third" is also typically in charge of fueling (a.k.a. bunkering), granted the
officer holds a valid Person In Charge (PIC) endorsement for fuel transfer operations.
4. Fourth engineer
The fourth engineer or third assistant engineer is junior to the second assistant engineer/third engineer
in the engine department.
 5. Motorman
The motorman is an unlicensed member of the engine department, same requirement with the Oiler
both having the Able Seafarer Engine Certificate STCW A-III/5.
6. Oiler
The oiler is an unlicensed member of the engine department, with more experience than a Wiper and
having the Able Seafarer Engine Certificate STCW A-III/5.
7. Wiper
The wiper is an unlicensed member of the engine department, usually with the least experience and
having the Engine Room Watch Rating (ERWR) Certificate STCW A-III/4.

Electro-technical department]
1. Electro-technical officer
The electro-technical officer sometimes referred to as the electrical engineer is in charge of all the
electrical systems on the ship. The electrical engineer is one of the most vital positions in the
technical hierarchy of a ship and engineer is responsible for their assigned work under the chief
engineer’s instructions.
Unlike engineers the ETO does not carry out an assigned engine room "watch" instead they are normally
on call 24 hours a day and generally work a daily shift carrying out electrical and electronic maintenance,
repairs, and installations and testing.

C. Steward's department
1. Chief steward
The chief steward directs, instructs, and assigns personnel performing such functions as preparing and
serving meals; cleaning and maintaining officers' quarters and steward department areas; and receiving,
issuing, and inventorying stores. The chief steward also plans menus; compiles supply, overtime, and cost
control records. The steward may requisition or purchase stores and equipment. Additional duties may
include baking bread, rolls, cakes, pies, and pastries. If there is No Chief steward onboard the C/Cook will
do his functions
2. Chief cook
The chief cook is the senior unlicensed crew member working in the steward's department of a [Link]
chief cook directs and participates in the preparation and serving of meals; determines timing and
sequence of operations required to meet serving times; inspects galley and equipment for cleanliness and
proper storage and preparation of food
3. Messman
Is a junior unlicensed crew member working in the steward's department of a ship. His primary duty are
the following; setting tables, serving food or waiting on tables. Also part of his job is to clean the dishes
and equipment, prepare coffee and beverages, make beds and clean quarters of [Link] reports to the
chief steward or chief/cook.