Port Marine Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
PORT MARINE OPERATIONS APPRENTICE
£314.90 PER WEEK, RISING TO £472.55 IN YEAR 3
3 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT
35 HOURS PER WEEK 9AM- 5PM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY
PLUS COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:
Health Care Plan, Pension Scheme, Life Cover and Profit Share Scheme
THE ROLE:
We are seeking to recruit an apprentice to undertake an exciting and comprehensive training program in Port Marine Operations between South Shields Marine School, and the Port of Tyne Marine Services Department. On completion, the post holder will be expected to be competent in positions such as a VTS Operator and/or Launch Coxswain/Deckhand. As part of the program there will also be the opportunity to join a busy vessel for a period of approximately 3 weeks.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including Maths & English
- Local and National geographical knowledge
- Excellent Communication skills
- Leadership potential and the ability to work in a team
- Positive attitude towards Health, Safety & Environment Protection
- Be physically fit
Please apply via the link provided to the National Apprenticeship Service Website
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000130320
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months
Salary: From £314.90 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including Maths & English?
- Do you have Local and National geographical knowledge?
- What are your main strengths?
- What are your hobbies and interests?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: POT-PMA
Expected start date: 01/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Port Marine Apprentice roles across Port of Tyne's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £8 - £8 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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