Marine Operative Apprentice

King's Lynn Conservancy Board; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime training organization in King's Lynn offers a Level 3 apprenticeship for Small Commercial Vessel Crew Members. The role involves significant periods on Port Authority vessels and encompasses both practical training and off-the-job education. Candidates will gain essential maritime skills and various professional qualifications necessary for operations in marine environments. Ideal for those looking to kickstart a career in maritime services with a solid foundation in safety and operational practices.

Responsibilities

• Work on board Port Authority vessels.
• Participate in a 2-3 person team on specialist vessels.
• Operate in varying marine environments.

Skills

STCW Personal Survival Techniques

STCW Firefighting and Fire Prevention

STCW Emergency First Aid

STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities

STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties

MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar

MCA Stability Course

MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 1

MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 2

MCA Compliant L2 Food Handling

RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Theory

RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Practical

RYA or MCA GMDSS Short Range Communications Certificate

RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities

RYA Commercial Endorsement

Manual Handling

Marine Hydraulic Loader Crane Operators Certificate

Slinger and Signallers Certificate

Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies: Workboats

Job description

Apprenticeship – Small Commercial Vessel Crew Member

Employer – King's Lynn Conservancy Board.

This is a Level 3 apprenticeship that is delivered over 2 years. Significant periods working on board Port Authority vessels, in combination with off the job training will be required. Small Commercial Vessel Crewmembers are often part of a 2-3 person team, working on a wide variety of specialist vessels ranging from tugs and workboats to fast pilot boats and crew transfer vessels taking personnel out to vessels or installations offshore. Workboats operate in varying marine environments, providing a range of services within ports or inland waterways, including surveys and towage, support vessel operations and wreck removal.

The Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember Apprentice program incorporates all aspects of the Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember Apprenticeship Standard and additional RYA/MCA qualifications over two years.

Qualifications Gained Throughout the Apprenticeship

• STCW Personal Survival Techniques
• STCW Firefighting and Fire Prevention
• STCW Emergency First Aid
• STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
• STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
• MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar
• MCA Stability Course
• MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 1
• MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 2
• MCA Compliant L2 Food Handling
• RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Theory
• RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Practical
• RYA or MCA GMDSS Short Range Communications Certificate
• RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities and RYA Commercial Endorsement
• Manual Handling
• Marine Hydraulic Loader Crane Operators Certificate
• Slinger and Signallers Certificate
• Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies: Workboats

For further details see – https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0400-v1-2