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Maritime is a vital part of our island nation's heritage and of our modern economy – supporting jobs, driving innovation and enabling trade. The sector also enables millions of people to enjoy the recreational benefits of the UK's coastal and inland waterways.

The sector is responsible for 95% of the UK’s global trade and Supports over 1 million jobs, adding £46.1bn to our economy. There are wide range of job roles in ports from dockworkers and loaders to engineers and contract managers. Careers at sea offer a wealth of opportunity, providing training and lifetime experiences which in the longer term can be continued either at sea or onshore, and there are many other career opportunities within the industry including ship management and fleet operations to ship broking and finance, maritime law and arbitration and more.

The Maritime sector offers diverse opportunities and a well-paid fulfilling career for both men and women who enjoy a challenge and want more from a career than the usual nine to five routine.

  • Felixstowe is the largest container port in the UK and is currently undergoing significant investment and expansion (right here on your doorstep!)
  • The Port of Ipswich is the UK's largest exporter of grain and both Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft offer multiple servicing facilities for North sea oil and gas and the offshore wind industry
  • Sector expected to double in size to $3trn by 2030 and needs a new generation of innovators and problem solvers to join
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Business Studies • Design & Technology • English • ICT • Languages • Maths • Physics • Science 

Jobs ideas for this industry:

Boat BuilderCaptainCrane OperatorDiver •  Freight Forwarder •  Harbour MasterLogistics & distribution ManagerMarine Engineer  • Port OperativeWarehouse Worker(For more, check out the Job Areas below!)

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Explore this industry in detail through the job areas below which include detailed job ideas, local employers and opportunities. 

'Diversity in Maritime' video and some sector information courtesy of Maritime UK.

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The Maritime Sector supports over 1 million jobs and adds £46.1bn to the economy.

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Harry King & Sons Ltd
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Harry Kings and Sons Ltd Pin Mill Moorings Ltd Traditional Boatyard
SeaJacks
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Seajacks Meerwind Project
Maritime UK
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Meet the Apprentice - Aiden - Berthon Boats (Maritime UK)
Uniserve
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Warehouse & Transport Careers at Uniserve
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An introduction to Apprenticeships Suffolk
We work with aspiring apprentices (anyone 16+) who are ready to take their next step and explore the apprenticeship route whist supporting both the employer and apprentice throughout their journey. We support employers in Suffolk who want to find out more and...
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We've moved!
After 15 years spent growing the business from our old offices, we have moved in to new premises at St Michaels House in Diss. Although we will miss the old place, we're enjoying having a bit more room to continue the growth of both our company and support for...
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Did you know? (Small Change Grant)
The Mason Trust's 'Small Change' Grant provides small sums of money to help young people in Norfolk and Suffolk take that next step through education, training, work or along their chosen career path. This limited fund is designed to quickly make a differenc...
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The Mason Trust has moved!
We're excited to now be working from our new offices on Sawmills Road in Diss.
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Christmas opening hours
The icanbea... team will be available until 17:00 on Friday the 22nd of December this year before the Christmas break. You can catch us again on Tuesday the 2nd of January. Thank you to everyone who has supported and worked with us this year. We look forward...
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Sustainable Careers
Sustainable careers are on the rise, providing individuals with opportunities to make a positive impact on the environment while recognising the importance of preserving our planet for future generations.
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