What is the captain's assistant called?


What is the captain's assistant called? Mates are the captain's right hand. They manage and train the deck crew, inspect and maintain inventory of equipment and order needed repairs. They stand watch, oversee ship operations and navigation when the captain is not on duty.


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.


Is captain a low rank?

U.S. Navy. In the United States Navy, captain was the highest rank from 1775 until 1857, when the United States Congress created the rank of flag officer. The modern rank of captain (abbreviated CAPT) is a senior officer rank, with the pay grade of O-6. It ranks above commander and below rear admiral (lower half).


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.


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