nigelmercier
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I just got this email, and thought it may be of interest to others (note: reply email address munged):
Cactus 020 Ltd are looking for apprentice Marine Electronics Engineer for our Poole office
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. In 1985, I started in the marine industry myself as an apprentice engineer and I now own one of the largest specialist marine electronics dealerships in Europe.
We install everything from a simple GPS on a day boat up to a Sat Com system on a super yacht. Our customers are wide and varied but all share a passion for boating and the sea.
Do you know anyone who is leaving school or college that is practical and is interested in boats?
We will offer a 3 year training program, that includes hands on work and formal qualifications, that can go right up to degree level.
We are looking for young people who can demonstrate the following:-
• Practical know how, enjoys practical hobbies - do you enjoy stripping and rebuilding push bikes, for example
• Have an understanding of, and can use, simple hand tools
• Punctual and good time keeping
• Be able to travel independently to work without relying on others
• Have an interest in the marine industry
• People skills - know how to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Basic IT skills - knowledge of email, MS Office and internet.
• Good grades in the basics, English, Math’s + a practical subject
• Be prepared to work flexible hours - at times late as and when necessary, in all weather conditions (e.g.: when out on boats)
• Well presented
• Had previous work experience ( part time)
• Are based in the Poole area
If you know some like this, please ask them to email me their CV along with a letter explaining why they would like to come and work for us to Andrew[AT]cactusnav.com.
Regards
Andrew Smythe
Managing Director
Cactus 020 Ltd are looking for apprentice Marine Electronics Engineer for our Poole office
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. In 1985, I started in the marine industry myself as an apprentice engineer and I now own one of the largest specialist marine electronics dealerships in Europe.
We install everything from a simple GPS on a day boat up to a Sat Com system on a super yacht. Our customers are wide and varied but all share a passion for boating and the sea.
Do you know anyone who is leaving school or college that is practical and is interested in boats?
We will offer a 3 year training program, that includes hands on work and formal qualifications, that can go right up to degree level.
We are looking for young people who can demonstrate the following:-
• Practical know how, enjoys practical hobbies - do you enjoy stripping and rebuilding push bikes, for example
• Have an understanding of, and can use, simple hand tools
• Punctual and good time keeping
• Be able to travel independently to work without relying on others
• Have an interest in the marine industry
• People skills - know how to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Basic IT skills - knowledge of email, MS Office and internet.
• Good grades in the basics, English, Math’s + a practical subject
• Be prepared to work flexible hours - at times late as and when necessary, in all weather conditions (e.g.: when out on boats)
• Well presented
• Had previous work experience ( part time)
• Are based in the Poole area
If you know some like this, please ask them to email me their CV along with a letter explaining why they would like to come and work for us to Andrew[AT]cactusnav.com.
Regards
Andrew Smythe
Managing Director