Maritime Vocabulary 1
the second person who helps the chief engineer with machines.
2nd engineer
the fourth person who does basic work with machines.
4th engineer
a worker who shapes metal using a machine called a lathe.
turner
a beginner worker on a ship who learns from others.
os (ordinary) seaman
the main person in charge of all machines on a ship.
chief engineer
the person in charge of a ship and its crew.
captain / master
the third helper to the captain, usually working at night.
3rd officer
a person learning how to work with machines on a ship.
engine trainee
a worker who cleans and helps in the engine room.
wiper
the main helper to the captain with many important tasks.
chief officer
a person who takes care of gas systems on a ship.
gas engineer
a worker who looks after engines and machines on a ship.
motorman
a person who builds and repairs wooden parts on a ship.
carpenter
a worker who fixes pipes and plumbing on a ship.
plumpman
a person who works with electrical systems on a ship.
electrical engineer
a worker who puts parts together to make machines work.
fitter
people who help the captain and have special jobs on a ship.
officers
workers on the deck who do different jobs but are not officers.
deck ratings
a student who trains to become an officer on a ship.
deck cadet
the third person who helps with smaller machine tasks.
3rd engineer
a group of people who work together on a ship or airplane.
crew
the second helper to the captain, often in charge of safety.
2nd officer
a person who prepares food for everyone on the ship.
cook
skilled workers on a ship who can do many tasks.
ab (able bodied) seamen
a worker who leads other deck workers and keeps things organized.
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