Junior Seaman Officers, as Commanding Officers' representatives, are responsible for the control and safety of Naval vessels at sea and alongside (in port). Their first major qualifications are the Navigation Watchkeeping Certificate followed by the Bridge Warfare Certificate. The Navigation Watchkeeping Certificate focuses on mariner skills and enables the holder to conduct a watch in a minor war vessel, such as a patrol boat. The Bridge Warfare Certificate enables the holder to drive the Navy's major warships, including frigates, as Officers of the Watch.

Seaman officers will have a number of different jobs that are designed to equip them for the role of higher management in the Royal Australian Navy. Seaman Officers are the only officers who can gain command of the Navy's ships and submarines. Once you've consolidated your skills as a Seaman Officer, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career with a specialist qualification including:

• Mine warfare and Clearance Diving Officer (MCDO)
• Maritime Geospatial Officers - Hydrography (MGO-H)
• Navigation (N)
• Principal Warfare Officer (PWO)
• Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC)
• Officers Submariner

Naval Reserve Junior Seaman Officers, as Commanding Officers' representatives, are responsible for the control and safety of Naval vessels at sea and alongside (in port). Their first major qualifications are the Navigation Watchkeeping Certificate followed by the Bridge Warfare Certificate. The Navigation Watchkeeping Certificate focuses on mariner skills and enables the holder to conduct a watch in a minor war vessel, such as a patrol boat. The Bridge Warfare Certificate enables the holder to drive the Navy's major warships, including frigates, as Officers of the Watch.

Seaman officers will have a number of different jobs that are designed to equip them for the role of higher management in the Royal Australian Navy. Seaman Officers are the only officers who can gain command of the Navy's ships and submarines.

Seaman Officers carry out a wide range of postings ashore, including duties in Headquarters and training establishments.

Initial employment will be limited to Minor War Vessels for endorsement and bridge watchkeeping duties during single ship passage (bunk space permitting). Shore jobs are more likely to be the norm and depend on vacancies that may be available from time to time.