Rule 4(2)
MERCANTILE MARINE MASTERS
Must be in possession of a Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) (Class 1) (Master Mariner) (or its equivalent) and have had command of a United Kingdom registered vessel for at least 2 years.
Must have a wide knowledge of all modern aids to navigation.
Must not be more than 70 years of age.
MERCANTILE MARINE ENGINEERS
Must be in possession of a Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) (Class 1) (or its equivalent) and have been the Chief Engineer Officer of a United Kingdom registered ship for at least 2 years.
Must have a wide knowledge of matters relating to marine engineering.
Must not be more than 70 years of age.
FISHING VESSEL SKIPPERS
Must be in possession of a Skipper's (Full) Certificate and have had command of a fishing vessel for at least 2 years.
Must have a wide knowledge of fishing vessels and their operation.
Must not be more than 70 years of age.
ROYAL NAVY
Must have had rank of Admiral or Captain and 2 years service in command of one of Her Majesty's ships at sea; or
must have had rank of Commander and 2 years service in that rank in one of Her Majesty's ships at sea; or
must have had rank of Lieutenant-Commander and 2 years service in that rank as an appropriate specialist in one of Her Majesty's ships at sea; and
must not be more than 70 years of age.
PERSONS OF SPECIAL SKILL OR KNOWLEDGE
Naval architects.
Persons with special skills or knowledge, including managerial experience.