Boatswain's Mate

Senior deck rating, deputy to the Bosun on larger ships; supervises deck crew, assists in cargo and safety operations.

In practice

Senior deck rating supporting the bosun. On smaller vessels the bosun's mate may also stand watches.

Regulatory detail & full definition

Position rather than STCW grade. Common on large cargo, naval, and military vessels. Reports to Bosun on day-to-day; reports to Chief Mate via Bosun on the deck-department chain.

Bosun

Source: Industry usage

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Boatswain's Mate

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Boatswain's Mate

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