APPRENTICESHIP Ship Mechanic

German Tanker Shipping Group; Bremen; On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company based in Germany is seeking motivated apprentices to join their team as Ship Mechanics commencing on 1 August 2026. The role involves hands-on work with mechanical and electrical equipment, maintenance, and repair tasks on board tankers. Successful candidates will receive training in Travemünde and must possess a secondary school certificate with strong grades in mathematics, physics, and English. This is an exciting opportunity for those interested in the shipping industry.

Qualifications

• Good grades in Mathematics, Physics, and English required.
• Possession of a valid medical certificate for sea service.
• Physical fitness is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair tasks on deck and in the engine room.
• Assist with mooring and unmooring operations.
• Monitor loading and discharging operations while in port.
• Acquire required watchkeeping licence for both deck and engine duties.
• Participate in rescue and fire drills.

Skills

Technical understanding

Manual skills

Teamwork

Interest in shipping

Education

Secondary school certificate

Job description

On Board A Tanker | Commencing 1 August 2026

Are you fascinated by technology, engines and complex systems?Do you want to understand how a modern ship operates – from powerful main engines to technical systems on deck?

As a Ship Mechanic, you work hands‑on with mechanical and electrical equipment, solve technical challenges and take responsibility from day one. While keeping a tanker safely and efficiently in operation, you will discover new countries, face exciting tasks and experience a working environment where no two days are the same. Living and working at sea will push you out of your comfort zone and help you grow both professionally and personally while being part of a strong international team.

We are open to a long‑term collaboration after the apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of the training, we support further development and consider potential opportunities within the company.

Commencing 1 August 2026, we are looking for committed and motivated apprentices to join our team as Ship Mechanics on board one of our tankers.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance and repair tasks on deck and in the engine room
• Assisting with mooring and unmooring operations, including arrival and departure manoeuvres
• Monitoring loading and discharging operations while in port
• Acquiring the required watchkeeping licence for both deck and engine duties
• Actively participating in rescue and fire drills as well as general safety exercises

Requirements

• Residence in Germany
• Secondary school certificate with good grades in Mathematics, Physics and English
• Good technical understanding and manual skills
• Willingness to learn, ability to work in a team and a strong interest in the shipping industry
• Physical fitness and possession of a valid medical certificate for sea service

Please note:
The school-based vocational training takes place in Travemünde, Germany. All lessons are held in German.

If you feel you meet the above requirements, we look forward to receiving your application.
Please send the following documents by email:

CV

The three most recent school certificates

Internship assessments (if applicable)

Please send your complete application documents by email to:

German Tanker Shipping GmbH & Co. KG
Carmen Klusmann
Eduard-Schopf-Allee 1a
28217 Bremen
Germany