Candidates FAQ
- Are these long term careers or short term contracts?
- Is there a structured career path?
- What is your Industry Training and Assessment Package?
- Do I need to pass a medical?
- What Training is provided?
- What Qualifications are required?
- What military trades and experience are you looking for?
- What are the work routines and living arrangements?
- I am due to leave the Services in 6 to 10 months, is this too early to get in touch with you?
- Is there anything I can use my Service Resettlement training grant towards to improve my chances of employment?
- What is the average starting salary?
- Can I get home if there is a serious family problem?
- Can I live anywhere?
- What are the rules for the Seafarers’ Earnings Deduction?
Are these long term careers or short term contracts?
All our clients offer full time permanent employment contracts. The industries we recruit for have all existed for several decades, and it is not uncommon to work alongside fellow employees with over 20 years experience.
Is there a structured career path?
Yes. Our Industry Training and Assessment Packages explain in detail the career structures that exist.
What is your Industry Training and Assessment Package?
This package is made up of a number of modules. The modules introduce you to the industries we recruit for and assess the core skills you would be expected to have. Overall the package takes in the region of 30 study hours to complete.
Yes, and if you want to work offshore you will also need to attend and pass a 5 day Offshore Survival training course.
You will be supported by experienced colleagues and receive primarily 'on the job' training. You will also, be given the opportunity to attend training courses which are typically scheduled in you time off.
What Qualifications are required?
Depending on the role and level of experience, we look for as a minimum:
-relevant NVQ/SNVQ level 2 and 3
-relevant HNC
-relevant military trades
What military trades and experience are you looking for?
Please contact us for our full list of military trades and grades we are looking for.
What are the work routines and living arrangements?
All this information is outlined in our Industry Training and Assessment Packages.
I am due to leave the Services in 6 to 10 months, is this too early to get in touch with you?
No. We advise service leavers to register with us at least 6 months before they end their service.
Is there anything I can use my Service Resettlement training grant towards to improve my chances of employment?
There is nothing specific; however some of our clients view a willingness to use your grant and personal time towards your Offshore Survival Training as a positive commitment to your next career. We would suggest you consider doing this, only on receipt of a job offer.
What is the average starting salary?
That does depend on the Company and the benefits available with the offered contract. Some benefit packages are phenomenal with slightly less in paid salary, whilst others have more generous salaries but less in the way of benefits. It is also worth bearing in mind that offers will be for Trainee positions, and normally after 6 months to a year you will be promoted to Operator and benefit from an increase in salary.
Can I get home if there is a serious family problem?
Yes. Our clients will do everything possible to get you back home if there is a serious personal situation involving your family.
Yes. As long as it is your permanent address and you live near an international airport.
What are the rules for the Seafarers’ Earnings Deduction?
Download the relevant documents from the Inland Revenue and Customs website; these outline specifically the rules that apply. Also we would strongly suggest seeking professional advice when completing your tax returns.