Boatswains Mate Category Badge

Quality Boatswains Mate Category Badge. Perfectly sized, this badge has embroidered details ready for wear. 

Made in Australia 

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The role of a Boatswains Mate in the Australian Navy is an important one. Boatswains Mates are responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of boats, ships and other vessels. They direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in stevedoring, deck work, ship salvage operations, painting, and cleaning. In addition, Boatswains Mates can be called upon to perform such duties as maintaining and operating weapons systems, navigation, communications and other equipment. They also act as watch officers in charge of the ship's personnel, cargo, and navigational operations. The rigorous training they receive prepares them for a wide variety of tasks in order to ensure the safety and smooth running of naval vessels and operations. Boatswains Mates must be physically fit, highly motivated, and possess excellent problem-solving skills in order to excel in the demanding role. Their commitment to duty is essential for the successful operation of the Navy's fleet of ships.