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A good learning environment
Im currently working as a fitter onboard the ship and doing maitenance and repairs as per servicing schedule as well as operating system according to Sop,i work very well with my volleagues,i have learned a lots in this department because now i can do job without supervision as fitter,the most challenging about this job is that we work hard especially when we are at sea because everyone is looking at mechanical and electrical department for the ship to move.
Pros: the only time for you to get promotion in our department is for you to work torwards it because there is always a certain qualification for each rank
Cons: 24 hours overtime according to rotation amongst duty mechanician.
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Excellent experience working in different systems.
I report to a senior engineer. I make sure that subordinates they work safe as policy laid down. I learn how to manage and lead different people in different situation. I enjoy the field I am in because its my field as mechanical technician and I apply my theory from school in other situations. The most challenging its a cornfin space in the submarine and there are females working there sometimes they stragly to work in other places.
Pros: Promotion wise its quick but depending on my progress
Cons: Eight hours normal day and twenty four hours when I am duty after four days
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Excellent learning curve
I am working in the South African Navy as a Mechanical Fitter and Diesel Fitter. I joined the Navy 2007, after the basic training of military operations I was chosen as an Engine Room Attendant and I was trained on the basics of all Auxiliary machines of the Navy ships. I qualified as Auxiliary Watch Keeper 2008, I did my apprenticeship 2009 and qualified as an artisan 2010 (Mechanical Fitter and Diesel Fitter section 13 certificates , and Diesel Fitter red seal in 2014). I am currently working at Fleet Maintenance Unit under Mechanical workshop as a submarine technician.
Pros: Great opportunities for promotion
Cons: long working hours
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Discipline
The safety of the submarine and personnel, the security of the submarine and equipment, doing a daily maintenance. My relationship with co-workers I very good. We respect one another, acknowledged the seniority. Discipline is very high in the military. I have learnt different systems that the submarine has so that in the near future can be able to operate it. I enjoy the life of being a sailor. The challenges are there such as I am not entitled to fix or repair electrical instruments as a qualified technician.
Pros: Opportunities are there just that we are many but it is up to each individual to fight the way up.
Cons: 9 hours per day
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Sea ward defence of the Republic of South Africa
Its a good organisation as a first time employer. it basically introduce working processest to new entrants to the working market. As monitoring is one of the crucial roles that are played by the organisation, members are inclined to more disciplined way of doing things unlike a normal person.
Pros: Great room for growth
Cons: Your views are disregarded when your are a in a lower ranking
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Hounered to be part of SA Navy
My day to day work start with heads count at 07:30 then followed by planning meeting at 08:15. I really enjoy the company of my colleagues, they make life a lot easier as we look up for each other at all times. Being out of your comfort zone thought me a lot about being independent and perseverance. I like being travelling the world and sailing just became one of hobbies. The most important thing about my job is that my family really understand what's on the stake and they always support me at all time.
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Cons: N/A
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EXCELLENT WORKING ENVIROMENT
Currently I am a senior marine fitter in the SA Navy in Simon's Town. I have 19 years experience and 11 post trade test experience. My current post is Head of Section at the SA Navy's Small Craft Centre in Simon's Town. Feel free to contact me should you have further enquiries.
Pros: MEDICAL AID
Cons: AWAY FROM HOME
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Most excellent learning curve, training and development.
I have gained experience, training at the company's expenses. I grew very well with the job with different people mentoring me. I have trained and worked with many different people and enjoyed every second of it. There were great opportunities and development up until I got to a point where I am.
Pros: Great opportunities to grow and gain experience
Cons: Working weekends and sometimes have to travel at short notice. As you grow development becomes limited.
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Excellent experience working in different systems.
To carry out maintenance and defect repairs on board the submarine mechanical equipment. To ensure that daily, monthly and annually maintenance is done and the data is captured in the system. Tso uphold and maintain the standards and competence of the subordinates by providing technical advice and training. Applying all safety and maintenance aspect as laid down in the relevant technical manuals.
Pros: Promotion wise its quick but depending on my progress
Cons: Eight hours normal day and twenty four hours when I am duty after four days
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Great opportunity
Apart from a typical PA's duties, I also carried out most of the duties of my senior and that also gave me a good experience in the financial field and excelled in that. I was reliable at all times and developed a good communication skills.
Pros: Great experiences
Cons: Reasonable working hours
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