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Test difficulty
The author found professional questions manageable with intermediate English but grammar harder. They report passing after several attempts; the post makes no claim that passing guarantees employment.
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4 / 5
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Office reception
During an office visit, the author saw many applicants completing forms and tests. Communication at reception left a positive impression; the post does not describe an onboard contract.
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3 / 5
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Pay, internet and paperwork
The author notes timely salary transfers and internet access on their vessel. They consider the job workable overall but complain about a large and growing paperwork burden.
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2 / 5
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Online applicant assessment
The author describes three online tests covering professional knowledge, English and the gas-carrier profile. They report no further news for a year after taking the assessment to register as an applicant.
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3 / 5
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Tanker experience and connectivity
In a reply about a tanker series, the author describes Korean-built vessels, training for the electronic main engine and a no-alcohol policy. Internet was available but slow; these observations concern onboard conditions rather than the recruiting office alone.
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2 / 5
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ETO contract length
Across three contracts, the author observed ETOs staying at least five months and sometimes six. This is an observation from their vessels, not a universal BSM contract rule.
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2 / 5
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Working on Interlink vessels
In an Interlink discussion, the author notes timely wages and receipt of food and supplies. They are nevertheless critical of management and describe substantial paperwork; the account concerns a particular BSM division.
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3 / 5
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Tests and waiting for an offer
An applicant with limited fourth-engineer experience describes registering after two SETS Plus tests. No offer arrived for roughly six weeks, so they chose another company and suggest checking vacancies with the relevant inspector.
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3 / 5
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Checking container-fleet vacancies
After hearing reports that officers were needed, the author called about container vessels but was told no applicants were required. This describes one enquiry, not overall fleet hiring availability.
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3 / 5
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Early sign-off
Although generally critical of the company, the author separately notes flexibility over early sign-off for a substantial reason. They report personally being allowed to return home before two months had elapsed.
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4 / 5
Artem
Left a review 08.08.2023 00:09 UTC
Conclusion
4
Rank
Chief Engineer
Company name
UMA
Ship type
Контейнер
Ship name
Contract duration
4
Supply, provision
4
Internet
На всех судах по разному , зависит от хозяина судна . В большинстве безлимит .
Nationalities
Европейцы.Филипинцы.
Rotation
Меняют вовремя
Salary
Без задержек
Ship condition
4-
Career
Кадетская программа есть б в зависимости от хозяина судна .
Продвижение только с офиров
Fleet size
20+
Office work assessment
4+
Name of medical institution for passing medical examination