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Trainee Officer & Ratings Programmes:
The global demand for Merchant Navy Officers & Ratings means that a career at sea has never been more rewarding. With a variety of entry routes, Bibby Ship Management provides the training, guidance and sponsorship required to support the next generation of seafarers in realising their dreams.
Please note that our 2011 in-take is now closed for Trainee Officer programmes If you wish to be considered for the September 2012 entry please re-apply in May 2012.
Important note: From 2012 we are only sponsoring trainee officers through the FD SC (foundation degree) for Deck / Engineering and ETO Routes.
Our next in-take for Deck and Engine-room Trainee Ratings will be Autumn 2012, application closing date will b e 30th June 2012 and we will contact you shortly after this date if your application has been successful for Interview stage.
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Deck Officer Programmes
Engineering Officer Programmes
Electro-Technical Officer Programmes
Trainee Rating Programmes
FAQ’s
How to Apply
Bibby Ship Management are only able to accept applications for Trainee Officer and Rating programmes for European Union nationals who have been ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom for a period greater than one year.
As a Deck Officer, you will be responsible for the navigation, safety, cargo, communications and management of technologically intensive merchant vessels operating on a global basis.
The following academic routes are available for Trainee Deck Officer Candidates:
Academic Programme: Foundation Degree
Entry Requirements: 120 UCAS Points with GCSE (Grade B or above) in Mathematics, English and Science based subject, including physics.
Sample Programme Structure
Induction - College (3 weeks)
1st Phase – College (15 weeks)
2nd Phase – Sea Time (35 weeks)
3rd Phase – College (30 Weeks)
4th Phase – Sea Time (47 Weeks)
5th Phase – College (15 Weeks)
Assessments: Academic and Vocational Examinations
Work Based Learning Projects
MNTB Training Record Book
MCA Orals Examination
Leading to:
FD(Sc) Marine Operations and MCA STCW’95 II/I Officer of Watch Certificate.
As part of your training you will typically study the following subjects and attend the following short courses:
Topics: Bridge Watchkeeping, Cargo Work, Ship Construction, Chartwork, Tides & Sailings, Meteorology, Mathematics, Ship Stability, Marine Law & Management, Celestial Navigation, Emergency Response, Passage Planning, Cargo & Port Operations, Shipboard Management, Structures & Maintenance, Shipmaster’s Business.
Short Courses: Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Firefighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
Proficiency in Medical First Aid Aboard Ship
Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
Advanced Firefighting
MCA Signals Examination
GMDSS General Operator's Certificate
Navigation Radar & ARPA Simulation Training
As an Engineering Officer you will require a detailed technical knowledge of vessel propulsion, electrical and associated equipment and plant installed aboard modern vessels and the practical skills to maintain them.
The following academic routes are available for Trainee Engineer Officer Candidates:
Academic Programme: Foundation Degree
Entry Requirements: 120 UCAS Points with GCSE (Grade C or above) in Mathematics, English and Science based subject, including physics.
Sample Programme Structure
Induction – College (3 weeks)
1st Phase – College (25 weeks)
2nd Phase – Sea Time (24 weeks)
3rd Phase – College (30 Weeks)
4th Phase – Sea Time (23 Weeks)
5th Phase – College (20 Weeks)
Assessments: Academic and Vocational Examinations
Work Based Learning Projects
MNTB Training Record Book
MCA Orals Examination
Leading to: FD(Eng) Marine Engineering
MCA STCW’95 III/I Officer of Watch Certificate
Academic Programme: Higher National Diploma
Entry Requirements: 4 GCSE (Grade C or above) / Scottish Standard (Grade 3 or above) including Mathematics, English and Science based subject, preferably physics.
Sample Programme Structure
1st Phase – College (26 weeks)
2nd Phase – Sea Time (24 weeks)
3rd Phase – College (41 weeks)
4th Phase – Sea Time (24 weeks)
5th Phase – College (24 weeks)
Assessments: Academic and Vocational Examinations
NVQ Portfolio / Training Record Book
MCA Orals Examination
Leading to: HND Marine Engineering
NVQ Level 3 Merchant Vessel Engineering
MCA STCW’95 III/I Officer of Watch Certificate
As part of your training you will typically study the following subjects and attend the following short courses:
Topics: Marine Electronics, Mathematics, Ship Construction, Marine Propulsion and Auxiliary Systems, Marine Legislation & Management, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Engineering Drawing, Ship Stability, Instrumentation & Control.
Short Courses: Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Firefighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
Proficiency in Medical First Aid Aboard Ship
Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
Advanced Firefighting
Electro-Technical Officer Programmes:
Entry Requirements: 120 UCAS Points with GCSE (Grade C or above) in Mathematics, English and Science based subject, including physics.
Sample Programme Structure:
Induction - College (1 week)
1st Phase - College (24 weeks)
2nd Phase - Sea Time (25 weeks)
3rd Phase - College (28 weeks)
4th Phase - Sea Time (40 weeks)
5th Phase - College (16 weeks)
Assessments: Academic and Vocational Examinations
Work Based Learning Projects
MNTB Training Record Book
MCA Orals Examination
Leading to: FD(Sc) Electrical and Electronic Marine Engineering.
MCA ETO Certificate of Competence
As part of your training you will typically study the following subjects and attend the following short courses:
Topics: Mathematics for Electrical Engineers, Applications of Power Electronics, Electrical & Electronic Principles & Systems, Engineering Science, Marine & Business Management for ETO's, Electronic Control Principles, Operation & Maintenance of Electrical Plant, Marine Navigation System Fault Diagnosis, Radio Communications, Marine Navigation Systems.
Short courses:
Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Firefighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
Proficiency in Medical First Aid Aboard Ship
Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
Advanced Firefighting
Through our association with Foreland Shipping Limited, Bibby Ship Management is one of the few members of the UK Merchant Navy committed to providing career opportunities for those wishing to train as Merchant Navy Ratings. This training option is particularly suited to those with an interest in a career at sea but who do not meet the academic entry requirements for Trainee Officer Programmes.
Please note that due to the success of this programme, our next Trainee Rating intake will be in 2011.
Q. Who can apply to Bibby Ship Management?
A. Due to funding arrangements, only applications from EU nationals ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom for a period of one year or more can be considered for training with Bibby Ship Management.
Q. Are there any age restrictions?
A. Candidates must be over sixteen years of age at commencement of training.
Q. Will I have to take a medical?
A. Yes. All applicants will be required to pass stringent health and eyesight examinations before being allowed to commence training. Further information on medical requirements can be obtained from the Maritime & Coastguard Agency.
Q. What are the preferred academic qualification requirements?
A. Prospective Trainee Officers should ideally be educated to A Level / Scottish Highers (or equivalent) or above with qualifications in Mathematics and Physics. In certain circumstances those with GCSE / Scottish Standards (or equivalent) will be considered. Fast track programmes are available for certain qualified Engineers.
Q. How long is a typical Cadetship?
A. Cadetships last for approximately three years during which you will spend time at approved training college and at sea. The amount of time you spend at sea will be dependent on the college dates however the minimum total sea time attained during your training will be six months for Engineer / ETO Trainee Officers and 12 months for Deck Trainee Officers. Typically, each sea voyage will be between 3 and four months.
Q. Where will I train?
A. Bibby Ship Management arrange for their Trainee Officers’ to attend one of the following approved colleges:
South of England - Warsash Maritime Academy
North West of England – Liverpool John Moores University
North West of England – Blackpool & The Fylde College
North East of England – South Tyneside College
Scotland – Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
Q. Where will I go to when at sea?
A. Our training vessels operate on a global basis.
Q. What type of vessels will I work on?
A. BSM own and manage a variety of vessels from Ro-Ro & General Cargo vessels to luxury cruise vessels.
Q. What qualification will I receive at the end of my training?
A. In addition to your Certificate of Competence, our Trainee Officers will receive either a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma in their chosen discipline.
Q. Will I be paid whilst training?
A. BSM award a monthly training allowance. As Trainee Officers hold a sponsored status they are not required to pay Income Tax or National Insurance Contributions.
Q. Will I have to pay for my tuition?
A. No. In addition to travel, medical, uniform and documentation costs, BSM will also meet your tuition and examination costs.
Q. Will I have a job at the end of my training?
A. BSM has a proven track record in placing recently qualified Officers into full time employment.
Q. I have heard about Tonnage Tax, what is it?
A. Tonnage Tax is a UK Government initiative to increase the number of vessels operating under European and UK flags. In return for tax incentives shipping companies have a financial commitment towards the training of UK Officers. For further information on Tonnage Tax please see the UK Ship Register webpage.
Q. I have previously commenced a Trainee Officer Programme with a different company, can I still apply?
A. Yes. In certain circumstances Bibby Ship Management will consider applications from those who have previously commenced training with other organisations but have had to withdraw for specific circumstances.
Q. I am currently a Trainee Officer with another company, can I still apply?
A. No. Bibby Ship Management does not consider applications from Trainee Officers currently under training with other shipping companies.
Q. Where can I find more information on Merchant Navy Cadetships?
A. The following links will provide additional information:
Merchant Navy Training Board
Sea Vision UK
Careers At Sea
Maritime & Coastguard Agency
