Stena Line
Deck Apprenticeship Program
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Deck Trainee Apprentice – Are You Ready for an Adventure at Sea?
Join Stena Line and begin an exhilarating career at sea with our Skills Development Program under an Apprenticeship Agreement.
The Opportunity
As a Deck Trainee Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience while honing technical expertise, practical skills, and interpersonal abilities—essential for a thriving maritime career.
The program merges real-world training with structured education, ensuring you develop proficiency in both settings.
Start Date: 21st September 2026
Must-Haves
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old by the application deadline
- Have the right to work in the UK and be a UK resident
- Demonstrated clear communication skills in both spoken and written English
Course Content
The training covers:
- Maritime industry fundamentals
- Deck operations & ship safety
- Marin security practices
- Literacy & numeracy development
- Classroom-based essentials
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Before joining our ferry, trainees must complete: ✅ Basic STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) ✅ An unrestricted ENG1 medical
Who We’re Looking For
At Stena Line, we value personality as much as passion. As an apprentice, your safety awareness and teamwork are critical for passengers and colleagues. We seek someone who: ✔️ Embraces challenges with enthusiasm ✔️ Maintains a positive mindset ✔️ Fosters strong connections with others
Ready to take the first step in a maritime career?
How to Apply
Our vessels operate from: 🚢 Holyhead, Dublin, Belfast, Cairnryan, Liverpool, Fishguard, Rosslare
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Application Deadline: 17th July 2026 (earlier closure possible due to high demand)
➡️ Register your profile and submit your application via: [Stena Line Careers Page](link omitted)
Note: Due to GDPR compliance, applications cannot be sent via email or post.
For queries, contact: 📧 searecruitments@stenaline.com
We do not accept submissions from recruitment agencies.
About Stena Line
A European leader in the shipping industry, Stena Line operates approximately 40 vessels on 19 routes, including:
- Nearly 26,000 sailings annually
- Family-owned enterprise, founded in 1962
- 6,200 employees with a turnover of 19.5 billion SEK
We combine transport by rail, road, sea—innovating logistics & tourism in Europe. Your adventure begins with us. 🌊
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