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FROM DUTY TO DECK - Career day

In association with RMA - The Royal Marines Charity, Insignia Crew are delighted to invite you to this free event.
If you are veteran (or serving transitioning), seeking a career at sea with longevity and progression, we welcome you to explore opportunities the superyacht industry has to offer.

Attractive salaries and benefits
Career stability and progression
Worldwide travel
Challenging yet rewarding positions with some rotational options
Simple and supported transition process

The industry is in need of those who have an inherent understanding of:

Life at sea
Long term overseas employment
Rank structure and its importance
The ability to adhere to and carry out instructions
Teamwork
Commitment
Discretion
Loyalty
Resilience

Many of these attributes are held by former military personnel in abundance, especially Royal Navy and Royal Marines whose maritime skill sets perfectly match the demands of the industry.

Secure opportunities such as:

Deckhand
Bosun
Purser
Tender driver
Security
Diver
Engineer
Medic
AV/IT
Interior crew
Up to senior bridge crew - Chief Officer | Captain

And any additional qualifications/skill sets you may hold will be fully utilised aboard a yacht!

Landing Craft Coxswain
Advanced medical training
Commercial and or advanced PADI divers, water sports and personal fitness instruction
EOOW, Y tickets and MEOL
AV, IT and communications understanding
Aviation operations
Extreme cold weather operational understanding [IMO Polar Code]
Drone pilots and videography
SIA Close Protection

DURING OUR CAREER DAY
You will hear from:

Industry guest speakers, including our preferred MCA approved training provider, Flying Fish
Superyacht Crew - from bridge to deck
Us! - we have over 6 years experience of placing veterans into the industry

and have the opportunity to:

Learn what shape the industry is in today
Gain a clear understanding about careers in the industry and how quickly you can start - receive guidance on your next steps
Meet us - ask questions
Network with likeminded people

 


The venue is easy to get to as it's right next to Bristol Temple Meads train station.

Parking is nearby for those travelling by car.

There are limited spaces available so if you find you are no longer able to attend, please do let us know so that others can - thank you.

PLEASE BRING PHOTO ID - driving licence / passport

INSIGNIA CREW

THE ROYAL MARINES CHARITY

FLYING FISH

For full details go to the website here