The posting
Entity:
Supply, Trading & Shipping
Job Family Group:
Business Support Group, Shipping Group
Job Description:
About bp
bp operates at the heart of the global energy system, helping countries meet their energy needs and serving millions of customers every day. With world-class assets, technology, trading capability and partnerships, we deliver energy at scale today while investing with discipline in the energy transition.
About bp shipping cadets
Picture yourself cruising the oceans on a multi-million-dollar Tanker, transporting commodities all over the world. And you could become a fully trained officer with internationally recognised qualifications in just 3 adventure-filled years.
We will pay your exam fees and give you a generous allowance to help you enjoy your journey.
Opportunity Information
This wide-ranging opportunity will make you a key part of the crew. You will learn to navigate the ship safely, load and unload cargo, handle the ship’s legal and commercial business, and oversee mooring operations.
You will handle physical tasks such as chipping rust off metalwork, and bridge / cargo watch keeping, which involves monitoring equipment and looking out for other vessels. You will also shadow more senior crew and help monitor cargo operations, maintain equipment and more.
In time, you will learn to plan the ship’s passage and learn all about anchoring, and cargo operations.
You will split your time between nautical college and on board one of our LNG Carriers. Once you are trained and qualified, you will have a UK academic qualification and a deck officer unlimited certificate of competency, which will allow you to work on any vessel.
This opportunity involves day/night shift work, so you need to be flexible in working hours.
You will be driven, with an adventurous, can do attitude and resilience to challenging environments, an aptitude for learning, respectful and able to work
** please note this opportunity will be based in National Maritime College of Ireland
Minimum Entry Level Requirements
- Must be 18 years old to join a vessel
- Be an existing student of the National Maritime College of Ireland
- Applicants must successfully complete a company medical, an industry-standard medical examination, relevant background checks, and any required vaccinations to be eligible to undertake a placement at sea
Your growth is important to us. After all, it’s our team’s dedication and expertise that help us achieve and develop. You’ll find a culture where learning’s encouraged, with all manner of training available. Becoming a trained officer is only the start. From here; you can become a navigating officer, Chief officer or even a Captain.
Other Information
Please note the following when applying:
- You can only apply to one bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year – within this time, we will only process the first application you make. You will be withdrawn from any subsequent applications.
- Assessment centres are a key part of the assessment process and will be in person
Adjustments
We are keen to make our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any adjustments/accommodations, to any stage of the recruitment process, please mention this in the allocated section on your initial application form. Someone will then be in touch to discuss or confirm the adjustments/accommodations as appropriate for you. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss adjustments before applying, please get in touch:
https://careers.bp.com/contact-us
Travel Requirement
Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
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Future Location Notice: This role will start in Sunbury, London. bp has announced a planned office move to Timber Square, London, with all positions currently advertised in Sunbury, including this one, expected to relocate around Q4 2027-Q1 2028. This presents an exciting opportunity for all employees and leaders to come together in one London location. The specific date of the move will be confirmed closer to the time.
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
