What are the ranks on a ship?
What are the ranks on a ship?
Here is a brief explanation of both permanent and volunteer roles.
- Captain (or Master) The Captain is in command of the ship and is responsible for the safety of all crew and the vessel.
- Mate (or 1st Mate, 1st Officer) ...
- 2nd Mate (or 2nd Officer) ...
- 3rd Mate (or 3rd Officer) ...
- Bosun. ...
- Chief Engineer. ...
- 2nd Engineer. ...
- Medical Purser.
Where is the best position on a ship?
2-Mid-ships (middle of the ship) Common wisdom has always stated that if you can get a mid-ship cabin then this will be the 'best' position on the ship. Going back to the see-saw metaphor, imagine the middle of the it. Whilst the seats go up and down, the middle never actually moves. It's the same on a cruise ship.