Seafarer Deck Rating Apprentice

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:

Attend North Kent College - Schedule to be confirmed



Training Outcome:

Level 2 Certificate Able Seafarer (Deck)



Employer Description:

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.



Working Hours :
Full-Time/48 hours - including Sea phases and college-based learning

Skills:
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


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: NORTH KENT COLLEGE
  • Posted: 06-Jul-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk