Workboat Skipper Apprenticeship A & P FALMOUTH LIMITED

Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember 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. Applicants must be a minimum age of 18.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 10 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,312.00

    Apprenticeship wage will rise each year of the apprenticeship.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 07:45 to 15:45. Shifts, may work evenings and weekends. Works can be affected by weather and tides.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    22 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246188

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Communications training – including use of VHF and UHF radio.
  • Navigation and vessel handling training – the ability to manoeuvre the workboat and check position using bridge equipment
  • Berthing training– bring workboat alongside and handling mooring ropes to secure the workboat
  • Towing operations and laying moorings training
  • Training in Personnel transfers – ensuring all precautions are taken to allow the safe transfer to other boat or structure
  • Cargo handling training – assist in slinging of loads, crane operations

The training you will be getting

  • Block week training
  • SeaRegs, Plymouth - Accommodation provided

Level 3 Qualifications on successful completion are as follows:

  • STCW Basic Safety Courses: Personal Survival Techniques, Firefighting and Fire Prevention, Emergency First Aid, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
  • STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
  • VHF/SRC Radio Operator Licence
  • RYA Coastal/Yacht master shore based certificate
  • RYA Yacht master Coastal Certificate of Competence
  • MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) Parts 1&2
  • MCA 1 day Stability
  • MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar or SQA Use of Radar for Collision Avoidance
  • SQA Operate Non ECDIS Electronic Chart Systems
  • MCA-compliant Food Safety
  • Manual Handling Marine Hydraulic Loader Crane Operators certificate
  • Slinger and Signaller’s certificate
  • SQA Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies: Workboats

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
  • Potential Port Operations supervisory position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Punctual, Adaptability

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4 or 5) Essential

Things to consider

This position, as already stated will involve being out on the water and working shifts. It will also require the apprentice to stay in lodgings during the block week studies with SeaRegs. Applicants must be 18 and over.

About the employer

A&P Falmouth is part of the A&P Group, we are a Ship repair facility operating 3 dry docks as well as Port Operations and Marine Designs. With a proud history of quality driven Engineering Excellence spanning six decades from three strategic locations in the UK, A&P remain committed to our workforce and being a partner of choice to all of our customers.

Employer

A & P FALMOUTH LIMITED

Address

The Docks

Falmouth

Cornwall

TR11 4NR

Contact

David Mayle

david.mayle@ap-group.co.uk

+447821842356

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Training

Training provider

SEAREGS TRAINING LTD

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Small commercial vessel crewmember

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 10 May 2024