If you want to take advantage of a unique opportunity, take five minutes to read this before to make any career decision. The global shipping company, The Maersk Company, is a great example of a dynamic employer that recognises the many valuable skills that you can bring to the company. The Maersk Company was set up in the UK over 50 years ago, and has a strong history of investment in - and development of - people.

On the Career Radar for Half a Century

The Maersk Company established its Cadet Training Scheme for people who are interested in developing a career at sea. The scheme offers many opportunities for development, whether a person wants to be a Marine Engineer Officer or a Deck Officer. In addition, seafarers often move into careers ashore with The Maersk Company.

Callum Deane joined the scheme to further his interests in engineering:

‘I’ve always been interested in this area and a Cadetship seemed to be the best way to become an engineer. It’s good to see and learn. I’ll be doing more main engine work before I go back to college and qualify for engineer work.’

See the World. Gain a Qualification

The Scheme provides people with an unrivalled opportunity to travel the world and see different places. Deck Cadet, Jason McAloone, developed an interest in the sea from his granddad and joined the training scheme at 16:

‘I’ve already seen Dubai, India, Sri Lanka and Singapore. It’s really enjoyable, with a different experience everyday – meeting new people, doing practical work as well as studying theory and being part of a team.’

Maria Quigley enjoys her career on The Maersk Company vessels:

‘After my first academic year, I embarked on a three-month sea trip abroad the container vessel, Maersk Gateshead,
en route from the west coast of the USA to the Far East. It was a great trip and an amazing experience. I’ll never forget sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge or into Hong Kong Harbour. Spending time at sea gave me a new perspective on life.’

On Course for a Brilliant Future

Life at sea with The Maersk Company offers a challenging and rewarding career for highly motivated and proactive individuals. The company is currently seeking to recruit talented people to embark on its sponsored Officer Cadet Schemes. Those selected will be sponsored whilst studying towards their Officer of the Watch Certificate at college.

What’s more, The Maersk Company offers the ultimate 24 hour experience, unrivalled travel opportunities to all four corners of the globe and outstanding long term prospects with a company that has a proven reputation for excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career – seize it today.