Careers in Compliance: working at sea

Compliance is the operational Division of Marine Scotland and is responsible for managing the coastal, sea and air assets of Marine Scotland.


Chief Steward/ Cook

On our ships the catering department is formed of the Chief Steward and Cook. The Chief Steward and Cook are responsible for the ordering of all catering supplies and preparing all meals for everyone on board the ship. The Chief Steward is also responsible for the catering budget. The Catering Department is also responsible for the upkeep of the galley and mess.

To go to sea you must hold an ENG1 seafarer’s medical and STCW basic safety training consisting of the following courses:

  • Personal Survival Techniques
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
  • Elementary First Aid
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities and security duties

Promotion to Chief Steward is dependent on a successful application and interview process. Additionally you must hold an ENG1 seafarer’s medical and STCW basic safety training consisting of the following courses:

  • Personal Survival Techniques
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting,
  • Elementary First Aid
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities and security duties.

The ENG1 medical must be carried out by an MCA approved Doctor according to guidelines established by the MCA. Promotion to Chief Steward is dependent on a successful application and interview process.

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