1. Job Application Job Advertisements All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

2. Resume or C.V 1. Fill in the resume template 2. Include  Experience  Qualifications  Personal Statement  Necessary information All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

3. Job Application Job advertisements All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

4. What does the Merchant Navy do? …… All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

5. Merchant Marine The Merchant Navy is responsible for Thailand’s shipping industry. Merchant Shipping companies are responsible for their own recruitment and training. Merchant Marine officers are employed on the many types of vessels All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

6. What vessel do you want to work on? Ferries and cruise ships Cargo container ships Oil, gas and chemical tankers, and other bulk cargo carriers Specialised supply, support and rescue vessels All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

7. Navigators Responsibilities ……. All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

8. Deck / Navigation Officers responsibilities Navigating the vessel using satellite and radar systems and equipment; Checking weather and navigation reports and taking appropriate action; Coordinating the safe loading, storage and unloading of cargo; Managing the care and safety of passengers (if working on a ferry/cruise ship); Supervising the operation and maintenance of deck machinery, e.g. winches and cranes; Managing ship communication systems; Monitoring and maintaining safety, firefighting and life-saving equipment; Overseeing the ship to ensure that the highest levels of health and safety are maintained; Maintaining legal and operational records, e.g. the ship's log; Keeping up to date with developments in maritime legal, commercial and political matters. All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

9. What steps to companies use to hire employees 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

10. Standard Application Process 1) Submit application 2) Review and short-listing of interviewees 3) If you fulfill the criteria in the job advertisement, you will receive a reply within a few days of receipt of your application. 4) First interview 5) First interview is usually conducted by Human Resources and will focus on your personal skills and capabilities. 6) Second interview 7) The second interview is usually conducted by a manager. This interview focuses more on the specific skills and qualities required for the position. 8) The entire recruitment process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks, although this can vary depending on company All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

11. What key information should be in a job advertisement? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

12. Key information Company name Job title Pay Place The work: describe the work to be done and responsibilities The company: state what the company does The person: requirements, experience, qualifications, personal qualities How to apply: Who to write to, details of experience and qualifications When to apply: give a closing date for applications The law: sex, race, disability, All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

13. How To Find A Job Local? National? International? What do you need to know about the company? All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

14. Job Advertisement All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

15. Job Advertisements All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

16. Job Advertisement All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

17. Reading the advertisement What do we know about the company? What key words are in the advertisement? What is the application procedure? What does the advertisement not tell you? What worries you about this advertisement? What do you not understand in this advertisement? All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

18. Match the advertisement with Resume / C.V Education Skills Experience Others All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)

19. What Happens Next Make a list of 5 questions you think the interviewer will ask? What skills / qualities are the company looking for? All Rights by James Worden (Merchant Marine Training Centre 2014)