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Nationally Recognised Maritime Industry Training

We've trained the people who keep NSW waterways working since 1981. Whether you're starting your maritime career or advancing your commercial qualifications, you'll learn from experienced trainers who've done the job. You'll leave with the skills, confidence, and nationally recognised qualifications to work in the industry

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Nationally recognised training, RTO 90440, cited by AMSA under Marine Order 505. Tickets for commercial crew, from your first deckhand job through to Master up to 45 metres.

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    MAST NSW training facility at Newcastle

    MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set

    The core safety skill set required before you work on a commercial vessel.
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    Deckhand throwing a mooring line aboard a commercial vessel

    MAR10224 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)

    Start your career on deck. Learn the skills crews are hired for, no experience needed.
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    Coxswain at the wheel of a small commercial vessel in near coastal waters

    MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

    The first skipper ticket. Take charge of small commercial vessels in near coastal waters.
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    Working in the engine room of a commercial vessel

    MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)

    The engine room ticket. Operate and maintain propulsion systems on commercial vessels.
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    MAST NSW trainer instructing students aboard a training vessel

    MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations, Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal

    Step up from coxswain to command commercial vessels up to 24 metres.
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    Maritime safety training in progress on deck

    MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)

    The senior near coastal ticket. Command commercial vessels up to 45 metres.
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    Students during a practical training session at MAST NSW

    HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

    A one-day nationally recognised first aid certificate, required for every certificate of competency.
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    Crew member on deck of a commercial vessel

    Marine Radio Operator Certificate (SROCP & LROCP)

    Your marine radio certificate, Short or Long Range, required before AMSA issues skipper tickets.
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    ABOUT US

    Australia’s Trusted Maritime Safety Training Provider

    MAST NSW is the only industry owned and operated maritime Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in New South Wales. Our primary role is to provide education, training, advisory and support services in all maritime related development and training areas within our jurisdiction.

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    Chart Your Career Path

    Not sure where to start? Pick the path that matches the career you're chasing. We'll show you the tickets you need and the order to do them in.

    Deckhand Training Pathway
    1
    Shipboard Safety Skill Set (MARSS00008)

    Start with the safety skill set every crew member needs before stepping onboard.

    2
    General Purpose Hand Near Coastal (MAR10224)

    Get the entry commercial ticket to work the deck on near coastal vessels.

    3
    Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal (MAR20324)

    Ready for more? Move up to running a small commercial vessel yourself.

    Commercials Skipper Pathway
    1
    General Purpose Hand Near Coastal (MAR10224)Qualify to skipper small commercial vessels in near coastal waters.
    2
    Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal (MAR20324)Qualify to skipper small commercial vessels in near coastal waters.
    3
    Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal (MAR30924)Step up to command larger vessels, up to 24 metres.
    4
    Master up to 45 Metres Near Coastal (MAR40324)Step up to command even larger vessels, up to 45 metres
    Marine Engineering Pathway
    1
    Shipboard Safety Skill Set (MARSS00008)

    Start with the safety skill set every crew member needs before stepping onboard.

    2
    General Purpose Hand Near Coastal (MAR10224)

    Build the deck and seamanship basics, and start clocking your sea time.

    3
    Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal (MAR30824)

    Qualify to operate and maintain marine engines, and work as an engine driver or chief engineer on smaller vessels.

    TESTIMONIALS

    What Our Students Are Saying

    From Coxswain to Certificate III graduates, discover why maritime professionals choose us for quality training and real-world experience.

    Google review avatar for Kayde Botham

    Great people working here, great deal for what your getting definitely should check it out

    Kayde Botham
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    Google review avatar for Ellen Wheatley

    Very clear and easy to understand the rules and safety around boating and PWC. Highly recommend.

    Ellen Wheatley
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    Google review avatar for DM

    Great courses and a great team.
    I highly recommend to do your marine training here.
    I also have to say all the stuff is super helpful and friendly.

    DM
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    MAST provided a clear and memorable training experience across multiple courses.

    Cameron Burns
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    Great session today with Jim. Learned a lot and still more to learn. Feel much more confident thanks to the session today. Hawkesbury river training has to be one of the best locations.

    D
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    Great day pulling engines apart! Thanks JP for the knowledge!

    Anthony Gordon
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    Google review avatar for Bryce Watson

    Great training and highly recommended. Relax environment and the facilitators are very good and you learn all that is needed to feel confident boating.

    Bryce Watson
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    Google review avatar for Brendhan Bennison

    What a great organisation. Clear, concise, and well thought out. Had a great experience with my course. The instructors are very approachable and were always available to help. Couldn’t recommend more.

    Brendhan Bennison
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    Google review avatar for Scott Ellam

    After completing both MED II and MC24 over 7 weeks full time I would highly recommend MAST. Hopefully face to face in class teaching will be back to normal soon.

    Scott Ellam
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    Google review avatar for Kevin Reid

    The course was well-organised, and Matthew, the instructor was experienced, knowledgeable and friendly. He explained everything clearly, making things easy to understand and giving helpful suggestions for passing the boat license test.

    Kevin Reid
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