IntroductionAs an Able Seafarer Deck Apprentice in our Defence Marine Services team, you’ll undertake structured training and gain valuable sea service experience to achieve your Able Seafarer (Deck) qualification while supporting vessel operations. Your role will help ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of maritime services.
What You’ll Do
- Work as a member of the deck department onboard assigned vessels.
- Learn and perform bridge watchkeeping duties, including maintaining a lookout during day and night operations.
- Support routine vessel maintenance and assist with the operation of deck equipment, mooring systems, and safety equipment.
- Carry out housekeeping duties and help maintain high standards across vessel accommodation and shared areas.
- Complete all apprenticeship training requirements and tasks within the Able Seafarer (Deck) Training Record Book.
- Maintain the safety, security, and wellbeing of colleagues, the vessel, cargo, and the marine environment always.
Training Outcome
Level 2 Certificate Able Seafarer (Deck)
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential – GCSE – Engish – Level 4-9
- Essential – GCSE – Maths – Level 4 – 9
Course Information
Course: Seafarer (deck rating) (level 2)Level: 2Route: Transport and logisticsApprenticeship Level: IntermediateWorking Arrangements: Full-Time/48 hours – including Sea phases and college-based learningExpected Duration: 2 YearsNumber of Positions Available: 2Training Provider: NORTH KENT COLLEGE
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