7 Famous myths that need to be clarified before joining merchant navy
Here are famous myths and misinformation prominent among those who desire a
career in the merchant navy.
1. Sailing is
a regular job
Most shipping companies, more precisely, account for about
70% of their shipments on contract basis. Even for the remaining 30% of
companies, there is no stipulation of permanent employment in their contracts;
Instead, they are boats on year-round contracts.
Fact: Business breweries are not a permanent job, the job is
on fixed-term or year-round contracts.
2. As
“Advertising” says, i will make $10,000 in just a few months
Each of us has seen advertisements in maritime academies that
exaggerate the amount of money you earn sea-to-sea. In the last few years, the
merchant fleet has undergone drastic changes in areas ranging from test structure
to company internal promotions. All well-known delivery companies now have a
“promotion matrix” that requires a minimum navigation time for the next
promotion. Today, even STCW ('Standards of Training, Certification and
Watch-keeping') tests have become difficult to clarify. To earn the highest
salary, you will be in the first place, and it will take at least 8-10 years.
In addition, the type of salary someone earns
depends largely on the company, and the type of ships they
work on. As in any other field, in the navy, every professional must gain
experience and grow to be qualified to earn a decent salary. If you think you
earn thousands of dollars as soon as you start shipping, then you are wrong.
Fact: You
won’t have big money in the early years; it will take at least 3-5 years to
achieve a good pay package, and 8-10 years to achieve top management and
attract the highest salary.
3. It
is said that 100% placement, i will definitely get the job
The fact is that in the current shipping industry, it can
only rely on a few shipping companies that also run a ship management company.
In fact, a private or even government institute that claims a 100% internship
means that they will provide, “100% internship assistance” upon successful
completion of the course. Much can be found in the acute shortage of jobs in
the shipping industry. Don't be fooled by, “100% placement” ads, act wisely,
and do your research before joining such institutes.
Fact: Most
institutes seek to secure good placements due to less demand for maritime
professionals, especially at an early level.
4. I
get paid even when i’m on leave
Not all companies provide such facilities.
Approximately 70% of companies choose fixed contract periods. This means that
when you have not received a contract, you will not receive a salary. The rest
30% of the shipping companies that provide such facilities will pay you the
salary according to the contract times all year, i.e. if the contract says 4
months ON and 2 months OFF, you will only have two months to enjoy the paid
leave. In such cases, the companies have full control over your holiday period.
Fact: You
do not receive a salary when you are free after you have completed your
contract. If you have a salary all year round, you only receive a salary during
leave for a certain period.
5. I can take my family on
board when i become an officer
No and
Yes — No, you cannot take your whole family on the ship immediately after you
join the officer. You can only take your immediate family on board, and only
after you have held a management position with a shipping company. Although few
companies allow employees at the operational level to bring their immediate
family on board once they have had a good time with them, these privileges
diminish as every company today seeks to cut costs.
Fact: You can only take on an immediate family if you are in a
managerial position or have had a pleasant time with a particular company at
the operational level.
6. I'm
wearing glasses, i can't register
You can participate in the merchant navy with specifications
provided that you meet the following requirement: 6/6 vision in both eyes (with
optical aids). Color blindness is not allowed for the use of corrective lenses
for the Nautical Officer and for engineers, but the maximum entry limits are
6/12 in each eye or 6/9 in the best eye and 6/18 in the other eye. For Distant
Unaided Vision. It will be a person's decision to do what is required to meet
the requirements and if someone meets the above requirement, they will be
eligible to join the Merchant Navy. (Rules may vary from country to country)
* Color blindness of any type is not suitable for
maritime trade.
Fact: You
can join the Merchant Navy even if you meet specifications. (Applied terms
& conditions)
7. Lots
of onshore work available, i can go anytime
Most coastal capabilities of shipping companies will require
management experience of at least the 2nd rank of engineer/chief officer. To
become one of them, the average person will need at least 7-10 years. There are
not many opportunities on the shore for sailors who want to change their
careers early on. If you are engaged in marine engineering or marine sciences
to get a job onshore, this is not a good idea. It is always advisable to shift
to shore jobs after receiving a decent managerial experience in order to get a
decent salary (of course, not as good as at sea). Additional qualifications,
such as MBA's and advanced courses, are always useful for increasing salaries
and continuing education.
Fact: At
the start of a merchant fleet career, it’s not easy to get a decent job on land.
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