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On a bi-monthly basis, we will be providing you with news updates, as well as tips and guidance on our Coming Ashore programme.
We would love to hear any comments or feedback you may have about the programme or these newsletters. Please contact us at comingashore@ms-sc.org. |
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PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEW MENTOR:
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MICHAEL QUAIN
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Michael has over 50 years’ experience of working in the shipping industry, almost all of it either serving on board tankers or in and around the management of tankers.
He has 28 years sea-going experience on board dry cargo ships, crude, product and chemical tankers, including eleven years as Master.
In 22 years ashore within the shipping industry he has worked as a Chartering & Operations Manager, Consultant, Auditor, Oil Majors Vetting Inspector in the OCIMF SIRE programme, Marine Superintendent and Marine Department Manager (DPA/CSO) with responsibility for a fleet of over 40 ships.
He offers advice as expert witness and technical consultant in litigation proceedings and arbitration tribunals involving tanker casualties and charter party disputes.
Since 2015 Michael has been employed as Academic Course Director with Lloyds Maritime Academy responsible for a one-year on-line course leading to a Diploma in Tanker Management.
Michael is a Younger Brother of the Hull Trinity House, a Fellow of the Nautical Institute and a Freeman of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners.
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On the next episode of the Coming Ashore podcast, Karen Waltham is joined by Coming Ashore mentor Sinead Hailes.
She opens up on her 15 years in the maritime industry to date including her extensive experience on cargo vessels and passenger ferries.
Sinead also speaks about her passion for health and safety since coming ashore as a technical member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).
To listen to the podcast go to Spotify . Or watch on Youtube.
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IDWAL MARINE - TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS
Idwal Marine is recruiting for Technical Assistants based in the UK. The roles are remote with all kit provided, etc.
Technical Assistants offer day-to-day support to the Idwal Marine technical department, ensuring the efficient and high-quality delivery of technical inspection reports. So there will be general report processing, reviewing, re-writing and / or Quality Checking (QC) review of final reports within the technical team.
See the post here
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Don't forget to take advantage of the plethora of resources you have at your disposal through the Coming Ashore programme:
CV Review, Advice and Guidance
A one-to-one with a maritime HR professional will give Mentees the opportunity to have their CV reviewed, increased job application and interview success
· A full review of the current CV, including content, format, style
· 30 mins 1:1 meeting to provide coaching/ feedback
· Advice on how to get the best out of your CV
· Tips on common pitfalls/ errors
· Ensure links understood with CV & Interview
Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
Professional accreditation and membership gained through achieving the Institute examinations that are held globally. Discounts on ICS books via the Marine Society online bookstore
https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/channel/UCy9-_2ioX9RGM4f4sEzmBmg
Life after Yachting
Helping those in the yacht sector make the transition ashore
lifeafteryachting.com/
Lloyds Maritime Academy
Provider of distance learning professional certificates and diplomas in maritime-related professions:
https://www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/
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BOOKS ON SHORE SIDE CAREERS
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Maritime Law - 5th Edition
£56.99
Now in its fifth edition, this authoritative guide covers all of the core aspects of maritime law in one distinct volume.
Shipping Business - 2015 edition
£110.00
The business of shipping can seem complex to the outsider, with hundreds of roles fitting like pieces of a jigsaw. This comprehensive work sets out the interconnecting landscape of sectors, roles, business entities and regulatory frameworks, ships and the geography of trade, ethics and chartering practice, finance and insurance. Essential reading for a career in the shipping industry.
Ship Sale & Purchase
£110.00
Over the years ship sale and purchase brokers have pioneered their own market, developing unique ways of working, specialist terminology and documentation. This book describes how ship sale and purchase brokers represent the interests of both buyer and seller and how they should handle negotiations.
Shipbroking and Chartering Practice - 8th Edition
£49.99
It's part of the Lloyd's Practical Shipping Guides series. Now in its eighth edition, this classic text is a first point of reference for anyone looking to obtain an understanding of chartering and shipbroking practice.
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MARINE SOCIETY BOOKSHOP
At the Marine Society, we pride ourselves on having a library that offers an eclectic mix of books covering all aspects of the maritime industry.
There are many library categories that fit selected shore side job roles and could help you in your independent research , in addition to being given guidance by your mentor.
See below three popular books amongst customers either already in a shore side role or interested in obtaining one.
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COMING ASHORE LINKED IN GROUP
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Everyone that signs up to the Coming Ashore programme becomes a part of a community who are all searching for the same thing – that perfect role ashore.
Join our LinkedIn Coming Ashore Group and use this as a forum to post any questions , information or general comments with like-minded individuals. This is a private group where we follow ‘Chatham House’ rules of confidentiality.
Our mentors are encouraged to share any relevant information, job vacancies, resources that would benefit the Coming Ashore mentees, so be sure to look out for any posts.
We hope that you to use this as a space to voice your queries and enlighten us on your individual journeys.
Alternatively, if you would prefer to contact a member of the Marine Society team about any aspect of the programme then please send your message to:
Programme Lead: Carla Rockson (crockson@ms-sc.org)
Programme Officer: Bindu Sharma (bsharma@ms-sc.org)
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FINDING A JOB ASHORE
If you need any help in your search for a shore side role, please go to our jobs ashore page where you will find a plethora of recruitment agency links that specialise in maritime shore side roles.
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