Deck Rating Apprentice - NorthLink Ferries Aberdeen, Scotland
Job description
Serco NorthLink Ferries is a dynamic organisation with a strong reputation in both passenger and freight transport operating between the Northern Isles and Mainland Scotland.
We are currently seeking three candidates living within the catchment area of the NorthLink Ferries operating ports (Aberdeen, Scrabster, Shetland & Orkney) who are keen to begin a rewarding career at sea.
Deck Rating Apprentice (3)
Through our Deck Rating Apprenticeship you will undertake a fully funded 2-year training programme where you will attend college at UHI Shetland and gain experience on board the NorthLink vessels. The course will begin September 2023.
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, you will gain certification in:
· STCW Basic Training
· Level 2 Award in Maritime Studies (Watch Rating – deck)
· Watch Rating Certificate STCW Reg II/4
· Level 2 Certificate in Maritime Studies (Able Seafarer – deck)
· PSC&RB
· Efficient Deck Hand
· Able Seafarer STCW Reg II/5
In your role at sea you will carry out a variety of physical duties, within a supportive team and under the guidance of experienced Officers, to help ensure the smooth sailing of vessel operations. During your sea time you will be supported by a mentor onboard the vessel to progress through your Merchant Navy training book.
We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, determined and hardworking candidates. You will be a self-starter, team player, problem solver. The role will require you to work shift patterns (two weeks on, one week off) and you must be able to pass a seafarers medical examination for working at sea.
We would expect candidates to hold at least National 4 or equivalent in Maths and English.
To apply please visit our recruitment portal https://northlinkferries.ankaarecruiter.com/Jobseeker
Serco Ferries (Guernsey) Crewing Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Job Types: Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 24 months
Salary: £21,255.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Gym membership
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
