ENGINE DEPARTMENT
Motorman (Engine Rating)
No experience needed. Start working in engine rooms on ships worldwide — and earn during sea practice.
2.5 months - Online training
+ 2 months - Paid sea practice
€1,700 - Program fee
WHAT YOU'LL BE QUALIFIED FOR
- Motorman (engine room rating) on merchant vessels — worldwide, no size restrictions
- Motorman on offshore support vessels — oil & gas sector
- Motorman on crew transfer / service vessels — offshore wind sector
- Engine room rating on fishing vessels
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- International STCW certificate — recognised by shipping companies worldwide
- Online theory (study from home) + practical training in Riga
- Paid sea practice — typical earnings USD 500–1,300/month
- Watchkeeping duties, engine monitoring, machinery maintenance, electrical equipment use
- Emergency, firefighting and security procedures
- Job placement support via partner crewing agencies
- Exams at Latvian Maritime Administration (EU)
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Perform watchkeeping duties
- Monitor ship machinery and systems
- Maintain and repair equipment
- Safely use electrical tools
- Communicate in English on watch
- Use emergency and firefighting equipment
- Follow ship security procedures
- Provide first aid.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ℹ Minimum age: 16 years
ℹ Education: Basic or secondary
ℹ Experience: None required
ℹ Payment: Instalments available
WHERE THIS LEADS
With sea service, progress to Motorman and then Marine Engineer — a clear path to officer rank and 2–3x higher pay.
Marine Engineer
Already working in engine rooms? Get your officer's licence and earn 2–3x more — study theory online between contracts.
2.5 months - Online training
+ 6 months - Paid sea practice
€2,800 - Program fee
WHAT YOU'LL BE QUALIFIED FOR
- Engineering officer on vessels with main propulsion power under 750 kW
- Officer roles on coastal merchant vessels, offshore support and service vessels (Baltic Sea area)
- Officer on crew transfer vessels (CTV) — offshore wind sector
- Eligible to become Chief Engineer on vessels under 750 kW after meeting sea service requirements
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- EU officer's licence — Latvian Maritime Administration & Ministry of Education accredited
- Full engine room competency: machinery operation & maintenance, watchkeeping, safety management, crew supervision
- Online theory + practical exams and assessments in Riga
- 6 months sea practice
- Job placement support via partner crewing agencies
- Exams at Latvian Maritime Administration (EU)
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Stand engine room watches and monitor all operating parameters.
- Plan and carry out maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.
- Manage fuel, lubricants and spare parts.
- Communicate effectively in English on all technical matters.
- Prevent pollution and ensure environmental compliance.
- Maintain vessel seaworthiness.
- Fight fires and operate life-saving equipment.
- Provide first aid.
- Lead your team and ensure safety on board.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ℹ Minimum age: 18 years
ℹ Education: Secondary
ℹ Experience: Motorman qualification or equivalent sea time
ℹ Payment: Instalments available; may be partly covered by loan from trade union (LV residents)
WHERE THIS LEADS
With additional sea service, progress to Chief Engineer <750 kW or Marine Engineer with no power limitation and ultimately Chief Engineer — the top engineering role on any vessel.
Engine Department — Career Path
1Wiper
(STCW Convention Certificate of Competence: Wathkeeping Rating - Engine)
2Motorman
(STCW Convention Certificate of Competence: Able Seafarer - Engine)
3Marine Engineer <750 kW
After additional training
4Chief Engineer <750 kW
After completion of required sea service
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