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Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)

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MAR20424

You have spent significant time at sea maintaining marine engines and ensuring the mechanical integrity of near coastal vessels. We are currently establishing RTO partnerships to provide a recognition pathway for the Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal). Register your interest to be notified when we can guide you through this process.

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About This Qualification

This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency in the capacity of Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal. Duties and Functions Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide. Licensing/Regulatory Information This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC as specified in Marine Order 505. AMSA certification will require: achieving MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal),qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 505,meeting the medical requirements specified in Marine Order 505 andhaving passed final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505. Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.

Qualification Code

MAR20424

Training Package

MAR — Maritime Training Package

AQF Level

Certificate II

Total Units

13 (13 core + 0 elective)

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

National Register

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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

Role	Responsibilities
Marine Engine Driver Grade 3	Controlling the operation and maintenance of engines and motorised equipment on small trading or fishing vessels.
Vessel Maintenance Technician	Executing routine servicing and mechanical repairs on marine propulsion systems within a shipyard or port environment.
Engine Room Assistant	Supporting senior marine engineers in monitoring electrical systems and completing essential engine room tasks at sea.

Licensing

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This qualification is a primary requirement for obtaining an AMSA Certificate of Competency as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC under Marine Order 505. Holding the qualification is one component of the licensing process, which also requires qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

NSWAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

VICAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

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WAAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

SAAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

TASAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

NTAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

ACTAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

✓Verified sea service logs and vessel discharge papers
✓Detailed resume highlighting maritime engineering experience
✓Position descriptions for engine room or maintenance roles

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Engine & Propulsion Systems

✓Maintenance logs for marine internal combustion engines
✓Service records for auxiliary and propulsion systems
✓Repair reports for mechanical faults and engine room tasks

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Technical Operations

✓Records of maintaining low voltage electrical systems
✓Documentation of hull maintenance and out-of-water servicing
✓Operational logs for deck machinery and equipment

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Safety & Survival

✓Participation records for on-board fire-fighting drills
✓Evidence of survival craft operation and sea survival skills
✓Safety meeting minutes and WHS compliance documentation

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Compliance & Training

✓Current HLTAID011 Provide First Aid certification
✓Environmental work practice logs and pollution control records
✓Third-party testimonials from qualified Marine Engineers

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is this qualification currently available through RPL It?▾

We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that offer the MAR20424 qualification. While not immediately available, registering your interest ensures you are the first to know when the pathway opens.

Why should I register my interest?▾

Registering allows us to validate the demand for this maritime qualification with our partners. It also ensures that once a compliant RPL pathway is active, we can immediately begin reviewing your experience against the national standards.

Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾

Yes. A qualification achieved through Recognition of Prior Learning is identical to one earned through traditional study. It is issued by a Registered Training Organisation and meets the same national standards, making it equally valid for licensing and employment.

Does this qualification automatically grant me an AMSA licence?▾

No. While the MAR20424 is a mandatory educational component, AMSA certification also requires you to meet specific sea service requirements, pass a medical examination, and complete a final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505.

What kind of engine experience is required for this RPL?▾

Assessors will look for evidence that you can service and operate marine internal combustion engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment, as well as handle electrical systems and deck machinery commonly found on near coastal vessels.

How do I prove my sea survival and safety skills?▾

Evidence often includes records of participation in abandonment drills, fire-fighting training, and the use of survival craft. If your current certifications are expired, the RTO may identify these as gaps to be addressed via targeted training.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Maritime Training Package.

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