The Underwater Centre

ROV Pilot Technician Course | Starts 3 December
Join us in December for the last ROV course of the year and get your new career started!
This 3 week ROV Pilot Technician Course covers the fundamentals of flying and operating an observation class ROV, as well as providing practical flying experience and the opportunity to gain a solid introduction to the ROV industry.
... Book your space today for just ┬Ż4,703
Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/c _4/rov-pilot-techniŌĆ”/
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Are your a surface supplied diver looking to get your offshore ticket?
We offer the internationally-recognised HSE Surface Supplied Top Up ticket for just ┬Ż2,490 plus half-price accommodation throughout your stay.
Find out more Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/h se-surface-suppliedŌĆ”/

­¤ōŻ Get your sat ticket this October or November and secure a 25% course discount!
Our HSE Closed Bell course has recently re-launched following a major refurbishment to our diving bell, vessel and equipment to create our unique saturation training vessel, Deep Diver 1, that now includes a Self-Propelled Hyperbaric Lifeboat.
We have limited spaces available on both 22 October and 26 November courses. Get in touch with our Student Advisors for more information about our industry...-leading training in Fort William.
Full course price ┬Ż15,500
Find out more Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/d iving-courses/c_16/ŌĆ”/
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The Underwater Centre can get your ROV Pilot Technician career started by completing our ultimate ROV training package - the Premium ROV Course.
Your experience will include:
Ō£ģ Realistic conditions... Ō£ģ Learning to fly and manage a Remotely Operated Vehicle Ō£ģ Skills training modules Ō£ģ Observation Class and Work Class ROV systems Ō£ģ Purpose-built subsea and onshore training areas
Our next course starts on Monday 15 October so be quick!
Find out more Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/r ov-ŌĆ”/c_3/premium-rov/
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There's plenty happening around Fort William! Check out this video courtesy of The Outdoor Capital of the UK and explore some of what the local area can offer ­¤śü
See more of The Underwater Centre here Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/forŌĆ ”/explore-the-centre/

Diving Vacancy | Inshore Diving Opportunity
We have been made aware of inshore/ aquaculture work in Iceland. Former-students who are interested in finding out more about this opportunity should contact our Student Advisors via Facebook or by using the contact details below:
Call: 01397 703 786
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#TBT | This time last week we were helping to inspire the workforce of the future at Lochaber High School's Careers Fair
Michael Jones, a member of our Dive Support Team, was on hand to discuss the various career paths on offer in the subsea sector including options of commercial diving and ROV pilot careers.
We were joined by local businesses and welcomed students from LHS, Mallaig High School and Kilchuimen Academy.
... Thank you to Lochaber High School and to Colleen & Gena at DYW West Highland for their support... See you next time!
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­¤ōŻ Job Vacancy at The Underwater Centre | House/ General Assistant x 2
We have two vacancies for House / General Assistants working 5 hours per day, Monday to Friday with occasional weekends, ┬Ż8.75 per hour. Successful applicants will be servicing student accommodation, changing beds, helping with the laundry, cleaning rooms, bathrooms and communal areas.
If you are interested in finding out more, or would like to apply, please send your CV or contact HR by calling 01397 703 ...786 or email HR@theunderwatercentre.com
Thanks!
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Wow... congratulations to the Sub Sea to Summit Challenge Team who have reached the summit of Ben Nevis (a huge 1,345m above sea level and the highest peak in the British Isles!) in just over 2 1/2 days.
A massive well done from all of us at The Underwater Centre - rest up well ­¤śü
If this wasn't enough, the team have raised close to ┬Ż5,000 and exceeded their target!
... If you would like to donate and contribute to the 3’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ causes ­¤öĄ The Historical Diving Society ­¤öĄ Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team ­¤öĄ The Family of Navy Seal Saman Kunan
Please follow this link Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/s ubseatosummit
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Inshore Diving Job Available | Apply Today
We have been made aware of an inshore job opportunity for Surface Supplied divers in Shetland.
Please contact our Student Advisors for more information.
... ŌśÄ’ĖÅ 01397 703 786
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Charity event TODAY in Fort William | Sub Sea to Summit
If you're in Fort William today you'll no doubt see the runners taking part in the annual Ben Nevis race... But.. There is another event happening over the next few days that may catch your eye!
Ginge Fullen and a team of Royal Navy divers are walking from the pontoon to the summit of Ben Nevis over the next 5 days. Head down to the West End car park to see the event begin from 5m down in Loch Linnhe and cheer on the tea...m as they walk in Standard Diving Gear weighing 80kg!
You can find out more and donate to their chosen casues - The Historical Diving Society, Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team and the family of Thai Navy Seal Saman Kunan by clicking the following link Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/s ubseatosummit
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Charity event this weekend in Fort William | Sub Sea to Summit
Veteran climber and former Royal Navy Clearance Diver, Ginge Fullen, plus a team made up of Royal Navy divers and The Historical Diving Society volunteers are walking from the West End pontoon to the summit of Ben Nevis over the next 5 days.. But there's a catch... This isn't just any walk.. They will be doing this whilst wearing Standard Diving Dress - weighing 80kg!
The team will start from 5 metres underwater i...n Loch Linnhe, make their ascent then walk through the town until they reach the Ben Nevis Visitors Centre on Day 1.
You can find out more and donate to their chosen casues - The Historical Diving Society, Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team and the family of Thai Navy Seal Saman Kunan by clicking the following link Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/s ubseatosummit
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7’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ days to go...
Charity Challenge in Fort William | Sub Sea to Summit
Veteran climber and former Royal Navy Clearance Diver, Ginge Fullen, plus a team made up of Royal Navy divers and The Historical Diving Society volunteers are walking from the West End pontoon to the summit of Ben Nevis over the next 5 days.. But there's a catch... This isn't just any walk.. They will be doing this whilst wearing Standard Diving Dress - weighing 80kg!
... The team will start from 5 metres underwater in Loch Linnhe, make their ascent then walk through the town until they reach the Ben Nevis Visitors Centre on Day 1.
You can find out more and donate to their chosen casues - The Historical Diving Society, Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team and the family of Thai Navy Seal Saman Kunan by clicking the following link Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/s ubseatosummit
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CASE STUDY | Bulgarian Alexander Paunov tells us how training in Fort William kick-started his new career as a commercial diver.
Read more Ō×Ī’ĖÅ https://goo.gl/a58S9A

Diving Job | Inshore Civils
Surface supplied divers are sought for various civil engineering projects in the London area.
Former-students are invited to contact our Student Advisors for more information:
... Call: 01397 703 786
Email: fortwilliam@theunderwatercentre.com< br> See More

Diving Job | Aquaculture | West Coast of Scotland
We have been made aware of a surface supplied aquaculture job with a flexible work rotation plus your accommodation is included.
Former-students are invited to contact our Student Advisors for more information:
... Call: 01397 703 786
Email: fortwilliam@theunderwatercentre.com< br> See More

Diver and ROV Pilot Training Funding Options | Professional and Career Development Loans
UK residents have an option of applying for a Professional & Career Development Loan from the UK Government that will cover training outlay from ┬Ż300 to a maximum of ┬Ż10,000 - https://www.gov.uk/career-development-loa ns
Eligible course examples:
... Premium Industry Package - https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/p remium-industry-pacŌĆ”/
HSE Closed Bell - https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/d iving-courses/c_16/ŌĆ”/
HSE Surface Supplied Top Up - https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/h se-surface-suppliedŌĆ”/
ROV Pilot Technician - https://www.theunderwatercentre.com/ŌĆ”/c _4/rov-pilot-techniŌĆ”/
Questions & Answers:
1’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ What is this funding? Professional and Career Development Loans are bank loans that can be used to help pay for work related learning.
You can borrow between ┬Ż300 and ┬Ż10,000 to help support the cost of up to two years of learning (or three years if it includes one yearŌĆÖs relevant unpaid practical work).
2’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ How long is the funding available for? This funding is available until 31st December 2018 - after this time the PCDL funding stream will end - so if you're thinking about booking a training course this year get to the website and check you eligibility today
3’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ When and where do I apply? You must apply 2 months before your course starts to give the bank enough time to process your application. Do not apply more than 2 months ahead, as your application will not be accepted
4’ĖÅŌāŻ’ĖÅ How do I find out more? For further information on financial assistance to support your learning, please visit https://www.gov.uk/career-development-loa ns or contact Careers Advice on 0800 100 900.
Our learning provider registration number is 21701.
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