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Marine Communications and Traffic Services Officers

MAYDAY is a word that is heard in many movies or television shows, but have you ever wondered how you would respond to someone who calls out those words?

Traffic on the sea can be busy. Vessels are on the move - each with different agendas and set destinations.

That's where the Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS) Officers fit into the equation. This career is perfect for the those seeking fast-paced, exciting work, who thrives on excitement and is capable of multi-tasking with a calm, clear, and focused mind.

An MCTS Officer at work in front of computer screens

Marine Communications and Traffic Services Officers coordinate traffic on the water at all times, provide continuous monitoring of all marine frequencies, respond to distress calls and communicate the needs of ships to those on shore.

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