Workboat Deckhand Training

with UKSA


 
Activity Instructor
locationLocation:
United Kingdom, Cowes, Isle of Wight
start dateStart date:
31st Mar 2026
salarySalary:
Training courseCheck current prices
contract durationContract duration:
4 weeks
hours of workHours of work:
Fulltime
accommodation includedAccommodation included
training providedTraining provided

We don't just offer certification and training, as a youth maritime charity, we can offer that something extra. We really look after our young people. Our careers students benefit from mentoring, access to our careers network, realistic careers advice and help with CVs. We have a fantastic fleet, a waterfront 4-acre campus, inspirational instructors, and great facilities.



Workboat Deckhand Training
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Workboat Deckhand Training
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typical day
The course description
a typical day on this course

UKSA's Workboat Deckhand Training Course is designed for those ready to take on the challenges of workboats. The course equips you with essential deck skills, safety training, and practical experience that will make you an asset in any maritime role.

With training in everything from firefighting and first aid to lifting operations and security awareness, this course prepares you for dual deck/engineer roles, opening doors to exciting opportunities across the maritime industry.

This all-inclusive course gives you the knowledge, confidence, and practical ability to begin working immediately on tugboats, pilot boats, transfer vessels, and more.

Course overview:

*Four week course

*Expert tuition

*Deck work, safety training, engineering fundamentals

*Vessel handling, survival techniques emergency fundamentals

*Basic safety training

*Defib & oxygen administration, slinger & banksman, crowd management & dangerous goods by sea

*Purpose built classrooms and navigational training simulators all on one site

*Food and accommodation included




ideal candidate
Who are we looking for?
the requirements for this course

Deckhands are typically required to work long hours and must be physically fit and able. You must be energetic and enthusiastic with an ability to work to a high standard in all tasks.

All seafarers must have an ENG1 seafarer medical fitness certificate to work at sea

Open Days:
Attend an open day at UKSA's site in Cowes on the Isle of Wight and learn more about the courses on offer, meet their team, see the campus facilities and get a feel for what life will be like as a future UKSA student. Contact UKSA to book.
*18th October
*15th November
*13th December
*24th January




our offer
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your adventure training

Qualifications:
*STCW Basic Safety Training
*MCA Approved Engine 1
*MCA Approved Engine 2
*RYA Day Skipper


 




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