For those that accept the responsibility of saving lives at sea, #training is an essential part of the role.
Take a look at this video, showing @RNLI lifeboat crew during simulated storm conditions in our sea survival pool. #seasurvival#nmciservicespic.twitter.com/kkWZONb9e2
GAC Training and Service Solutions (GTSS) is delighted to have won the Excellence in the Provision of Professional Services to the Marine Industry award at the Marine Industry Awards 2016. Nineteen trophies were presented to the winners throughout the evening.
Liam Lacey, Director, Irish Maritime Development Office and Michael Creed, T.D., Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine presented the Excellence in the Provision of Professional Services to the Marine Industry award to Jim O’Byrne, General Manager of GAC Training and Service Solutions.
This year’s ceremony was held on June 30th, in association with SeaFest, at the Radisson Blu Galway Hotel. The evening was an enormous success, celebrating the growth and development of the industry in Ireland while recognising the key functions within the industry that promote growth and sustainability.
Pictured above are; Jim O’Byrne, General Manager, Joy Gillen, Marketing Executive, and Conor Mowlds, Managing Director of GTSS at the NMCI.
Irish Seafarers and employers of Irish Seafarers, take note!!
The Manila Amendments are very clear, irrespective of the validity of your Certificate of Competency.
Our own legislation is very clear!
Marine Notice No. 02 of 2014 states:
Seafarers holding valid STCW certificates issued prior to 1st January 2012 will have to meet the new requirements in order for their certificates to be revalidated beyond 1st January 2017.
Certificates that have been presented for revalidation since 1st January 2012 have an expiry date of 31st December 2016.
Seafarers revalidating their Certificates of Competency (CoCs) will be required to submit additional evidence to ensure their CoC is valid for service after 31st December 2016.
In conforming to the provisions of STCW Convention Regulation 1/14, and section A-1/14, of the STCW Code, companies must ensure that seafarers assigned to any of their ships have received refresher/updating training as required by the convention.
If you or a member of your team is serving on board a ship and is qualified in any of the following, they must, as of the 1st of January 2017, have documentary evidence of either having completed the training course or updated their training within the last 5 years.
Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques (STCW Table A-VI/1-1)
Updated Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats (STCW Table A-VI/2-1)
Updated Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (STCW Table A-VI/1-2)
Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting (STCW Table A-VI/3)
Updated Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (STCW Table A-VI/2-2)
The law is very clear, do not put your career at risk, you cannot proceed to sea after January 1st 2017 without having complied with the Manila Amendments.
Book your training here at the NMCI. Courses are selling out quickly. All courses to June 2016 are now fully booked.
It’s that time of year again when we are all busy making summer holiday plans and getting back to a routine after the busy period. So when your looking at your calendar wondering when to go away on holidays you should have a look at what Cork has to offer this summer…..
A major celebration of Ireland’s ocean wealth will take place this summer in the real capital of Ireland, Cork, the rebel city. A two day event, 10th and 11th July, is planned for Ringaskiddy and Haulbowline in association with IMERC and with support from Beaufort Building, UCC, the National Maritime College of Ireland, the Naval Service and the Marine Institute.
The event is an initiative of Ireland’s Integrated Marine Plan – Harnessing Our Ocean Wealth. It will build on the first annual “Our Ocean Wealth Conference” which took place in Dublin Castle last July. The event was attended by about 500 delegates. This year the organisers hope to attract a wider audience over the two day event which will include a conference, marine technology expo, investor events, workshops, a seafood festival, family fun, and competitions.
By broadening its scope to include a range of activities open to families as well as business and potential investors, the event aims to highlight the social, cultural and economic benefits of Ireland’s marine sector and provide a platform for public engagement with Ireland’s marine resource.
So, why not save the date? July 10th and 11th 2015…. It’s your chance to visit us here at NMCI Services and gain an insight into the maritime sector.
For further information regarding this spectacular event why not check out their website : http://www.ouroceanwealth.ie/
Apprenticeship Opportunity with SEFtec NMCI Offshore (S.N.O)
SEFtec NMCI Offshore are global leaders in the delivery of OPITO training courses. With a range of courses from BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training), FOET (Further Offshore Emergency Training), MIST (Minimum Industry Safety Training), to HUET & EBS (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training with Emergency Breathing Systems) we are one of the leading offshore training centres worldwide.
Having invested in excess of 60 million euros ($100 million dollars) into our state of the art training facilities we provide delegates with the most up to date training. As a dynamic company which is growing year on year we are now looking to expand our team and will be recruiting two apprentices’ to join the S.N.O team.
Candidate Profile:
·Over 18 years of age
·Completion of the leaving certificate or equivalent
·Demonstrated ability to work within a team
·Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with peers, other groups, clients, internal associates.
· An interest in the Offshore /Maritime sector
· Willingness to travel abroad
·Water Confident / High Level of Fitness
·Delegates will be required to undergo a medical if successful as some aspects of the course are physically demanding.
Reporting to the Operations Manager the two apprentices will undergo a 24 month intensive programme achieving recognised Instructor qualifications and on the job experience. The duties will involve, but are not limited to, the following;
Ensure that safety standards for both staff and delegates are adhered to at all times
Provide support for Commercial courses / courses to the Offshore Oil and Gas sectors/ Maritime sector
Achieve competency in Sea Survival Equipment Maintenance
Complete various Instructor Courses which will provide the foundation for an Instructor and meet the demands of the company going forward
Obtain the competencies required to teach and assess, as per the standards laid down in the OPITO guidelines, and STCW guidelines
Attend classes as deemed appropriate by management (academic and practical sessions) both at the NMCI and other locations as required (e.g. offshore, Client premises)
Comply with the procedures, staff notices, communications as issued by management & any other duties deemed relevant by management
Application Procedure:
Write a 300 word statement of intent outlining why you think you would be suitable for the apprenticeship program with SEFtec NMCI Offshore and email this with an accompanying CV to the following emails: James.OByrne@nmci.ie & Raymond.Johnston@nmci.ie . Successful candidates will be shortlisted and called for interview. Closing date: 30th June 2015
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