Shipping Cadet - Deck - UK

BP PLC; Greater London; Híbrido; GBP 9900 - 12.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BP plc is recruiting a Shipping Cadet - Deck in the UK. The programme blends nautical college with hands-on sea service on LNG Carriers, training you to become a qualified officer over three years.

The role operates on a hybrid office/remote basis in the United Kingdom, with travel up to 50% and a starting exam/course-fee support plus a £11,000 annual allowance. You will alternate between nautical college (South Shields or Fleetwood) and shipboard experience, with allowances for

Formación

• 48 UCAS points including 12 from Maths/Science and 4 GCSEs at grade 4/Grade C (or above) including Mathematics, a Physical Science and English Language
• Maritime/engineering HNC/HND or equivalent with 4 GCSEs including Maths, Physical Science and English Language (or equivalent)
• IELTS 5.0+ (or equivalent) English proficiency; must be 18+ by 1 Sept 2027; UK residency and medical checks

Responsabilidades

• Learn to navigate ships safely and load/unload cargo
• Shadow senior crew and monitor cargo operations
• Plan ship passages and learn anchoring and cargo operations
• Alternating between nautical college and sea-service on LNG Carriers
• Flexible with day/night shifts and travel up to 50%

Educación

UCAS points / Maritime qualifications

Descripción del empleo

## Shipping Cadet - Deck - UKApply: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working: United Kingdom - Sunbury: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: January 22, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): RQ117838**Entity:**Supply, Trading & Shipping**Job Family Group:**Business Support Group, Shipping Group**Job Description:**# Aboutbpbp operates at the heart of the global energy system, helping countries meet their energy needs and serving millions of customers every day. With world-class assets, technology, trading capability and partnerships, we deliver energy at scale today while investing with discipline in the energy transition. # About bp shipping cadetsPicture yourself cruising the oceans on a multi-million-dollar Tanker, transporting commodities all over the world. And you could become a fully trained officer with internationally recognised qualifications in just three adventure-filled years.We will pay your exam and course fees and give you a generous allowance (starting at £11,000 per year) to help you enjoy your journey.# Opportunity InformationThis wide-ranging opportunity will make you a key part of the crew. You will learn to navigate the ship safely, load and unload cargo, handle the ship’s legal and commercial business, and oversee mooring operations.You will handle physical tasks such as chipping rust off metalwork, and bridge / cargo watch keeping, which involves monitoring equipment and looking out for other vessels. You will also shadow more senior crew and help monitor cargo operations, maintain equipment and more.In time, you will learn to plan the ship’s passage and learn all about anchoring, and cargo operations.You will split your time between nautical college and on board one of our LNG Carriers. This opportunity involves day/night shift work, so you need to be flexible in working hours.You will be driven, with an adventurous, can do attitude and resilience to challenging environments, an aptitude for learning, respectful and able to work**Please note:** This is not a Sunbury-based opportunity. As part of the cadet programme, you will alternate between studying at your designated nautical college (South Shields or Fleetwood College) and gaining practical experience at sea onboard one of our LNG Carriers.# Minimum Entry Level Requirements# * 48 UCAS points including 12 UCAS points from a Maths and/or Science subject and 4 GCSE’s at grade 4 / Grade C (or above) must include Mathematics, a Physical Science and \\*English LanguageOr* Successful completion of a maritime/engineering HNC or HND (\\*\\*or equivalent as approved by the college such as a level 3 pre cadetship) and 4 GCSE’s at grade 4 / Grade C (or above) in all the following subjects: mathematics, physical science and \\*English languageOr* Qualifications equivalent to this level and discipline,which must include either GCSE pass at grade 4 / Grade C or above in mathematics, physical science and \\*English language **OR** International \\*English language Testing Services (IELTS) grade 5.0 or higher* Must be 18 years old by 1st September 2027* Applicants normal place of residency is in the UK* Applicants must successfully complete a company medical, an industry-standard medical examination, relevant background checks, and any required vaccinations to be eligible to undertake a placement at sea***\\*** English language proficiency is required to meet the requirements of the college course and for safe working at sea. As English is the working language on board the vessels, cadets must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English, including in relation to safety instructions and procedures.* To enable us to assess your eligibility against the Minimum Entry Level Requirements, **please provide full details of your relevant qualifications**, including:* Name of qualification* Subjects studied* Grade achieved (or predicted) This information should be provided either within your CV or in response to the relevant qualification question(s) within the application form. We can only progress applications where sufficient information has been provided to confirm that the Minimum Entry Level Requirements are met. Where the required information has not been provided and we are therefore unable to confirm eligibility, the application will not be progressed and may be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Please ensure the information provided is complete and accurate before submitting your application.# What will you gain after completion of programmeThis will depend on what qualifications you already hold. Once you are trained and qualified, you will have a UK foundation degree or college diploma in marine operations and deck officer unlimited certificate of competency from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Which will allow you to work on any vessel. Depending on your academic qualifications you may have the opportunity to complete a BSc (Hons) in Nautical Science Your growth is important to us. After all, it’s our team’s dedication and expertise that help us achieve and develop. You’ll find a culture where learning’s encouraged, with all manner of training available. Becoming a trained officer is only the start. From here; you can become a navigating officer, Chief officer or even a Captain.# Other Information**Please note the following when applying:**· * **You can only apply to one bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year –** within this time, we will only process the first application you make. You will be withdrawn from any subsequent applications. ·* **Assessment centres are a key part of the assessment process and will be in person** – bp will cover reasonable travel and accommodation costs, in line with the travel policy which will be shared with you. Please ensure you will be available to attend in person.* **Accommodation** – once confirmed, where you need or decide to move closer to your location, you are responsible for organising and funding this accommodation. # AdjustmentsWe are keen to make our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any adjustments/accommodations, to any stage of the recruitment process, please mention this in the allocated section on your initial application form. Someone will then be in touch to discuss or confirm the adjustments/accommodations as appropriate for you. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss adjustments before applying, please get in touch:https://careers.bp.com/contact-us**Travel Requirement**Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role**Relocation Assistance:**This role is not eligible for relocation**Remote Type:**This position is a hybrid of office/remote working**Skills:**.Future Location Notice: This role will start in Sunbury, London. bp has announced a planned office move to Timber Square, London, with all positions currently advertised in Sunbury, including this one, expected to relocate around Q4 2027-Q1 2028. This presents an exciting opportunity for all employees and leaders to come together in one London location. The specific date of the move will be confirmed closer to the time.**Legal Disclaimer:**We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.