Serco Plc
Seafarer Deck Rating (Offshore) Apprentice
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Seafarer Deck Rating (Offshore) Apprentice
Able Seafarer Deck Apprentice (Offshore Operations)
Location
England – Offshore Operations
Salary & Benefits
£25,729.45 plus excellent benefits
Qualification & Training
- Apprenticeship: Level 2 Certificate Able Seafarer (Deck)
- Training Provider: North Kent College (schedule to be confirmed)
- Duration: 24 months (Full-Time/48 hours)
- Schedule: Sea phases and college-based learning
Start Date
14th September 2026
About the Role
Ready to launch a rewarding career at sea? This Able Seafarer Deck Apprentice position offers:
- A hands-on role in supporting critical military training exercises
- Gain real-world experience while working towards MCA qualification and an AB Able Seafarer Certificate
- Diverse working environment, including global operations and team collaboration
- Earn while you learn with fully funded training and accommodations
As an apprentice, you’ll join Serco’s offshore operations team, where vessels provide essential support to military operations both domestically and internationally. Think adventure, teamwork, and development in a structured, disciplined setting.
Responsibilities
You’ll be entrusted to develop and perform key seamanship and safety tasks, including:
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Navigation & Watchkeeping
- Assist with safe navigation and watchkeeping duties, including lookout responsibilities at sea and in port
- Follow procedures for shipboard safety and security processes
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Deck & Operational Tasks
- Support mooring, anchoring, and towing operations
- Perform ropework, splicing, deck maintenance, and machinery operations (e.g., winches, windlasses)
- Maintain vessel cleanliness and readiness (decks, equipment, superstructure)
- Contribute to deck machinery maintenance and preservation tasks
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Safety & Emergency Preparedness
- Participate in emergency drills (fire-fighting, sea survival, safety procedures)
- Assist with inspections and maintenance for operational readiness
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Programme Compliance
- Complete all apprentice elements, including college phases, on-the-job sea service, and training record documentation
- Meet MCA-regulated sea service hours within the 24-month duration
- Typically committed after 50% trade theory training and completion of skill-based competencies to assess readiness for End Point Assessment
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Professional Development
- Demonstrate Serco values and behaviours throughout the apprenticeship
- Comply with UK Merchant Navy Code of Conduct -Complete mandatory qualifications (e.g., Emergency Basic Training, Medical Certificate ENG1)
- End Point Assessment (EPA) with IAMI validation to verify competency
Requirements
To be considered, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a British national with a valid UK passport and the ability to achieve Security Clearance
- Hold 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and two other subjects, grades C/4 or above
- Be able to obtain an unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate
- Be physically ready to travel and commit to a variety of locations
- Passage aboard Serco vessels
- Maintain flexibility between college attendance and operational deployment
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Preferred candidate features:
- Willingness to work as part of a disciplined team
- Proactive mindset with a desire to learn, adapt, and grow
- Ability to communicate effectively and handle pressure in high-stakes environments
Skills & Values Needed
- Teamwork & Structure Discipline
- Attention to Detail in Rigorous Environments
- Flexibility to Adapt Across Distinct Working Phases
- Safety Awareness with Willingness to Upskill Continuously
Why Join Us?
About Serco
At Serco, we believe every team member has the power to change lives. With over 50,000 employees globally, our shared purpose is to deliver exceptional public services:
- Global Impact: Defence, Transport, Justice, Healthcare, Leisure, and Citizen Services
- Valued Guiding Principles: Trust, Care, Innovation, and Pride
- Cultural Commitment:
- Disability Confident Leader
- Top Employer for Veterans (2026) and Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder
We understand differences bring strength, and we arrange fair, inclusive hire practices for all. For those meeting the minimum job criteria, the company guarantees interviews by opting into the following schemes on applications:
🔹 Disability Confident Guarantee 🔹 Guaranteed Veteran Space
Discovering Recruiting Hurdles? Get in touch for support during application: recruitmentuk@serco.com
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