Marine Cadet Apprentice (Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember)

Shoreham Port operates 24/7 365 days of the year within a fascinating and complex marine environment, where no two days are the same! Shoreham Port is ideally situated on the south coast of England to offer support to vessels, owners, agents, and crews using one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world. Our Marine Team offer a range of maritime services to merchant and fishing vessels, as well as bed levelling, towage support and diving services.  

Training:

We offer a funded Level 3 (Small Commerical Vessel Crewmember , Level 3) course provided by the Marine Society.  This apprenticeship will involve a residential course on the Isle of Wight to allow for lots of hours at sea.

Training Outcome:

Completion of Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember Level 3 opens several career paths within the maritime industry.

Employer Description:
Shoreham Port is a vital commercial hub with a proud history that dates back to 1760. Operating 24/7, our Port plays a crucial role in facilitating local and international trade, handling a diverse range of cargoes, including timber, steel, aggregates, bulks, glass, woodchip, and cereals. We provide a full range of marine services to commercial users including fishing vessels, and our marinas are home to many local leisure users. Beyond our core operations, we manage an extensive commercial property portfolio that supports over 175 small and medium-sized enterprises, including our own hospitality venue, Port Kitchen. Extensive onsite solar arrays and onshore wind turbines generate renewable energy, contributing towards our decade-long certification as an EcoPort.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm with an hour for lunch. Your college study will be built into your working week based around tidal conditions/operations.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Health & Safety awareness,Willingness to learn from peer