Sea Harvest: Learnership Programme (cadetship) 2023

The purpose of this cadetship is to provide young individuals who are interested in pursuing a career as a Navigational or an Engineering Officer within the fishing industry. This is a learning opportunity that combines practical on-the-job experience and formal theoretical knowledge which will equip the incumbent to qualify as a Navigational Officer or Engineering Officer.

Outputs & Measurements:

• Acquiring theoretical studies and/or a qualification within the set time frame.
• Development of competencies through working onboard the vessel as either a deck cadet or an engineering cadet.
• Developing values and skills required to ensure that the fishing industry is provided with recruits who have a passion for the sea.
• Displaying the conduct and practical skills required by the assigned Officers.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics, Physical Sciences and English as subjects
• Or a NQF Level 4 qualification.

Skills and Competencies:

• Must have excellent sight and colour vision.
• Must be willing to spend long periods away from home and be able to study whilst at sea.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to function within a high-pressure environment.
• Must be willing to undergo a stringent medical exam for food safety workers, and a SAMSA medical including tests for hearing and substance abuse.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights of 2.5m and more.