The Human Resources Department at Secunda Marine Services (Secunda) offers opportunities to cadets from various nautical institutes to complete their work terms on board Secunda vessels. Consideration is given to both navigation and engine room cadets. Berths are available on vessels operating in the offshore, cable laying and container/cargo sectors of the marine industry.

Cadet positions within Secunda are unpaid positions. Remuneration for cadets will be in the form of berth on board the vessel, three meals per day, valid sea time and personal protective equipment.

The Cadet Training Program is a key element of the Human Resources Department for selection and recruitment processes. Secunda is a company that has been built by promoting from within and offering new employees entry-level positions. Ship's officers evaluate cadets participating in this program. These evaluations are submitted to the Human Resources Department. Those cadets who receive good evaluations and prove themselves to be hard working, dependable and loyal are given hiring preference when entry level paid positions become available.

Some of Secunda's best and most valued employees began their seafaring careers as cadets. Many of these individuals in Secunda's fleet are now competent Captains and Chief Engineers for Secunda. They are valuable in that they have worked at every level of their respective departments.

If you are interested in serving as a Cadet in the Secunda Fleet, submit a resume to Secunda's Human Resources Department. Or, if you are attending a recognized Nautical or Marine Institute, contact your placement officer who will contact Secunda's Human Resources Department on your behalf.