Deck Rating Apprentice

Deck Rating Apprentice

Role Overview

To undertake a course of study and to gain sufficient skills and experience leading to the award of:

• Navigational Watch Rating Certificate in accordance with STCW II/4

• Efficient Deck Hand Certificate with intention to progress to STCW II/5 Able Seafarer Deck Certification.

As a Deck Rating you will be part of the mooring operations team and once fully qualified, you will steer the ship and also act as a look-out on the bridge. Our Deck Ratings also assist with the operation and maintenance of the ship's deck equipment. The course begins in September and takes around two years to complete.

Rewards and Benefits of the Caledonian MacBrayne Modern Apprenticeship Programme

• We pay for your college, travel, accommodation and cover your meals when you are away from home, no student loans required.

• Off the job training at the state of the art City of Glasgow College.

• Excellent salary with increments throughout your training.

• On the job training by experienced professionals who will help you all the way.

• Two weeks at work and two weeks off working pattern.

• Your own personal mentor to support you with a career at sea.

• Company pension scheme.

• Potential to work anywhere in our network

• Travel pass for yourself, spouse and dependants

Key Tasks and Principal Accountabilities

• Complete training tasks as described in the MNTB Deck Rating & Able Seafarer Deck Training Record Book, obtaining monthly signatures as required.

• Carry out helmsman duties as necessary in order to qualify for a steering certificate

• Assist with mooring operations (under supervision)

• Assist with vehicle deck cargo operations (under supervision)

• Assist with general maintenance routines as directed by Bosun

• Duties as required by muster list in an emergency (no direct responsibility)

• Assist mobility impaired passengers to passenger lift

• Watch keeping duties, under supervision in order to gain experience leading to the award of a Navigational Watch Rating Certificate

• Security gangway duties in the absence of a night watchman (doubled up with an experience deck rating)

• Attend such college courses allocated punctually and reliably in accordance with the schedule set by the company and/or the college

To diligently study, as required, to ensure a high level of understanding and knowledge of topics required for the award of:

• Personal Survival Techniques Certificate in accordance with STCW A-VI/1-1

• Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting Certificate in accordance with STCW A-VI/1-2

• Elementary First Aid Certificate in accordance with STCW A-VI/1-3              

• Personal Safety & Social Responsibility Certificate in accordance with STCW A-VI/1-4

• Efficient Deck Hand Certificate;

• Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats in accordance with STCW A-VI/2.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Valid ENG 1 Medical Certificate

Personal Attributes

• Positive and flexible approach with a 'can do' attitude.

• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• An interest in or background from a maritime background.

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