What is the lowest role on a ship?
What is the lowest role on a ship? The lowest ranking personnel in the deck department. An ordinary seaman (OS) generally helps out with work that able seamen do. Other tasks include standing lookout, and generally cleaning duties.
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.