Have you felt the call of the open ocean? Maybe you want to remain with your feet firmly planted on the shore but work within the marine industry? In spite of stereotypes, there is a growing number of professional women in shipyards and other maritime jobs. If you’ve considered this path but weren’t exactly certain where to start, we have the list for you. Here are the top career paths for women in the maritime industry.
Instructor or Lecturer
If you’ve already had some experience on seafaring vessels, a good way to advance your career is to work as an instructor. You’ve already applied your knowledge to your own career, now you can teach the next generation of maritime professionals your critical thinking skills to find success on their own.
Conducting surveys and doing ship inspections is an important job that requires a keen eye for details. If you feel you’re very observational and have the technical background from previous work on ships, this could be a great path to take. In fact, there are several distance learning opportunities to become certified as a surveyor.
Shipbroking or chartering
Shipbuilders and charterers need a middle person to help them negotiate their terms and rates. In short, this position helps to match cargo looking for ships with ships looking for cargo. There is extensive knowledge of the shipping industry needed, but it can be a great path to consider for the future.
Ship operation management
There are so many great specializations that can lead to a management position within a ship or at the docks. Management is required for commercial, operations, technical, crewing, finance, administration, quality, and safety. People who have had officer experience are highly sought after by shipping companies.
Regulatory authority
Some professionals also like to consider a job with the government, which can provide long-term stability and great benefits. If you’re interested in this type of role, it may be a good idea to supplement shipping experience with obtaining a master’s degree or higher. This academic experience will become important as regulation changes frequently and the government is always looking for experts.
Ports and harbor management
For a fast paced environment with lots of excitement, consider a job at a port or harbor. Some possible jobs in this arena include involve technical work, administration, management, vessel traffic services and pilotage. A degree in port management can also elevator your qualification for this type of role.
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