The Maritime Sector is a vital component of the Australian Transport and Logistics Industry.
It comprises the near coastal or inshore operations covering such areas as ferries, water taxis, tourism charter vessels, coastal cargo vessels, surf and sea search rescue in coastal waters, water-borne police and emergency services vessels, port operations support vessels, marine environmental protection services vessels, coastal commercial fishing, etc.
It also comprises ocean-going vessels travelling more than 600 nautical miles offshore usually involving travel to other countries around the world. These vessels include passenger transport, cruise vessels, bulk cargo vessels, container ships, roll-on roll-off passenger/car ferries, oil and gas rig support vessels, oil tankers, LPG tankers and chemical tankers.
A maritime career provides a variety of exciting, challenging opportunities for those interested in travel, outdoor activities, fresh air, interesting new navigation and vessel technologies. There are a wide range of career pathways within and across the various areas of marine operations.
