Wondering if a job exists where you can experience the world, earn a good income and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally, all while enjoying adventure and job security at the same time?
Not only does this dream career exist, but we can help you achieve it. It’s called Marine Electrical Engineering and will give you all of this and much much more.
You’ll enjoy access to incredible opportunities, whether you work for the Royal Navy, the Coastguard, or on passenger ferries or cruise ships. The life of a Maritime Electrical Engineer is never boring, and you’ll have the option to work at sea or on land depending on what suits your lifestyle.
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Working at sea can be physically and mentally demanding, but the satisfaction of a job well done can be very rewarding.
The dynamic and ever-changing environment at sea can be both challenging and exciting, and offers a unique work experience that sets it apart from traditional land-based careers.
Life at sea can foster a strong sense of community, as crew members work and live closely together for extended periods of time.
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You’ll play a vital role in building and maintaining the complex electronic equipment and systems that power some of the largest and most advanced vessels in the world.
The demand for goods and services is rapidly increasing, leading to a greater need for shipping and transportation. As a result, skilled Marine Electrical Engineers are in high demand.
As a Marine Electrical Engineer, you’ll have the potential to earn a very good salary and enjoy job and financial security.
The work of marine engineers is essential for safe and efficient maritime transportation, contributing to global trade, economic development, and the well-being of communities around the world.
The dynamic and ever-changing environment at sea can physically and mentally demanding. It’s challenging, but exciting, and offers a unique work experience that sets it apart from traditional land-based careers.
Working at sea offers you the chance to travel and see the world, visiting ports and destinations that many people never have the opportunity to experience.
To become a Marine Electrical Engineer, you’ll need GCSEs in Maths, English and Science. You can then study either a pre-cadet course to prepare you for a career at sea, or an engineering based A Level, BTEC, T Level or apprenticeship. Applied maths is really important for this career route so make sure your keep your maths skills sharp. For a career on land, you can progress onto an HND, Foundation Degree or Honours degree. To work at sea, you’ll need to enrol on a fully sponsored three year officer cadet training programme that involves academic and practical training at college, alongside hands on training at sea. At the end of the course, you’ll receive your qualification alongside a Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Engineer Officer of the Watch.
If you’re unsure what level you should be applying for you can find out more how all of the levels compare here
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To become a Marine Electrical Engineer, you’ll need GCSEs in Maths, English and Science. You can then study either a pre-cadet course to prepare you for a career at sea, or an engineering based A Level, BTEC, T Level or apprenticeship. Applied maths is really important for this career route so make sure your keep your maths skills sharp. For a career on land, you can progress onto an HND, Foundation Degree or Honours degree. To work at sea, you’ll need to enrol on a fully sponsored three year officer cadet training programme that involves academic and practical training at college, alongside hands on training at sea. At the end of the course, you’ll receive your qualification alongside a Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Engineer Officer of the Watch.
If you’re unsure what level you should be applying for you can find out more how all of the levels compare here
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