The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) together with Workforce Singapore (WSG) and maritime companies have created industry relevant opportunities for fresh graduates and mid-career individuals, says a press release published on their website.
Job opportunities for Singaporeans
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, maritime companies in Singapore have come together to provide job opportunities for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents entering the workforce.
MPA’s initiative
Mr Chee Hong Tat, Senior Minister of State for Transport and Foreign Affairs announced the training opportunities at the “Make Maritime Your Next Port of Call” webinar.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is working closely with Workforce Singapore (WSG) and maritime companies to provide fresh and recent graduates.
- Over 200 traineeships to develop industry-relevant skills and experience through the SGUnited Traineeships Programme are in place.
- Similar attachment opportunities extended to mid-career individuals.
About the traineeships offered
These traineeships are offered by companies in the port and shipping sectors, such as PSA, Jurong Port, Maersk Singapore, Bernhard Schulte Ship Management and maritime companies under the Kuok Group, in a range of areas covering commercial, operations, engineering, ICT and corporate job functions.
Skills Framework for Sea Transport updated
MPA, in partnership with SkillsFuture Singapore and WSG, have also updated the Skills Framework for Sea Transport to provide information on specialised job roles such as cargo capacity specialists, and new emerging skills such as environmental compliance, data analytics and technology integration.
The Framework serves as a common skills development and career planning guide for HR professionals, employers and employees and will help companies and workers better respond to technological advancements and changing business needs.
Sector in transition
Mr Chee said, “Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the maritime sector continues to play a critical role in global supply chains. We expect shipping and ports to continue to transform itself. This presents exciting opportunities for those in our workforce looking to play a part in a sector in transition towards greater digitalisation and sustainability. We will also help Singaporeans to develop skill-sets to be well-placed to seize these job opportunities.”
MSC Maritime Careers webinar
A two-day MSC Maritime Careers Workshop was organised by the Maritime Singapore Connect Office (MSC), a unit under the Singapore Maritime Foundation.
Held virtually, the event showcased job and traineeship opportunities in the sector.
More information on the Sea Transport Skills Framework can be found at https://www.mpa.gov.sg/web/portal/home/maritime-singapore/maritime-careers/skills-framework-for-sea-transport and http://www.skillsfuture.sg/skills-framework/sea-transport.
More information on the SGUnited Traineeships Programme is available at https://www.wsg.gov.sg/SGUnitedTraineeships-Trainees.html and https://www.wsg.gov.sg/SGUnitedTraineeships-HostCompanies.html
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Source: MPA
