Join our Cadetship Training Schemes! Our Roles Imagine waking up to the ocean every day as you train onboard our state-of-the-art fleet of tankers. Our 3-year degree program covers all the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to become a certified Merchant Navy Deck Officer. We are now offering various Cadet Officer opportunities to join our fleet in January 2026! We cover all exam and course fees, plus accommodation at Fleetwood Nautical College. You'll also receive a generous bursary of £8,500 in your first year, increasing to £10,500 in your second and third years. What You'll Learn You'll gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for a successful maritime career: Navigation: Learn to navigate vessels safely, mastering chart reading, course plotting, and using advanced navigation systems to ensure safe passage in various sea conditions. Tanker Operations: Manage tanker operations by overseeing the loading and unloading of cargo, monitoring stability and safety procedures, and coordinating with port authorities. Deck Maintenance: Keep the deck in top condition, ensuring all equipment is ready for any operation. Teamwork and Safety: Participate in mooring, anchoring, and safety drills as part of a multinational team, developing your ability to work collaboratively and respond effectively to emergency situations. Your Training Structure Over the 3-year training programme, your training is divided into classroom-based and onboard sea phases: Fleetwood Nautical College (Phases 1, 3, and 5): Classroom-based training with accommodation and food costs covered to work towards your BSc in Nautical Science and mandatory sea qualifications. Onboard Training (Phases 2 and 4): Hands-on training on our tankers, with trips lasting around 2 months. You'll have a designated mentor, full PPE provided, and all travel and food costs covered. About Us James Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. We help our customers deliver on their promises safely, efficiently, and responsibly. With a strong heritage built on our people and innovation, we are embedding sustainability across our business. Our strategy, centred around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy. Maritime Transport leads in global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship transfer services. Together, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future. If the above sounds good to you, apply now! Trainee Degree Deck Officer Cadet – Merchant Navy Trainee Degree Engineering Officer Cadet – Merchant Navy Trainee Level 3 Deck Officer Cadet – Merchant Navy Trainee Level 3 Engineering Officer Cadet – Merchant Navy Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply early as we may close these vacancies once we receive sufficient applications. Set sail on your maritime career with James Fisher and Sons. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!