Ocean Mainport
DECK CADETS INTAKE
Make waves - navigate your future!
Do you want an exciting career at sea that involves travel, technology, responsibility, team working, structured training, generous amounts of time off and a good wage?
If the answer is ‘yes’ then you should consider training to be a Deck Cadet with Banff and Buchan College. They will teach you the basic skills and knowledge you require to work as a Deck Cadet, and you will have the opportunity to put this training into practice during regular spells at sea working for Ocean Mainport.
During your 4 years of training you will attain SVQ Level 2 in Merchant Vessel Support, SVQ Level 3 in Merchant Vessel Operations, Officer of the Watch (OOW), Unlimited Certificate of Competency and a HND Nautical Science, and will graduate as a Certified Deck Officer.
Deck Officers need to have an interest in technology, mathematical ability and good communication skills, so to gain entry to our training programme you will need 4 Standard Grades at Grade 3 or better in Mathematics, a Physical Science and English, or an appropriate Scottish National Certificate. Ocean Mainport, endorse Banff & Buchan College and can offer exciting career opportunities to aspiring Deck Cadets.
To apply for the next Deck Cadet intake which starts on 25th August 2008 at Banff & Buchan College please call 01346 586100 or visit www.banff-buchan.ac.uk to download an application form. Don't forget to quote Ocean Mainport under the Marketing Information "How did you hear about the College?" to make sure you are placed with us for your sea time.
Good luck!