The Irish Institute of Master Mariners

The following email extract (with link to poster) may of interest to members:

http://www.mastermariners.com/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=74&Itemid=62

We would appreciate if the attached recruitment advert could be posted at the earliest opportunity.    As well as the permanent positions which our crewing agents are looking to fill, there may also be shorter term opportunities for those suitably qualified/experienced students during the summer vacations.

Many thanks for your assistance.

Best Regards - Jon

Jonathan Mitchell

Operations Manager

Vroon Offshore Services Ltd (acting as agent to owners)
Regent Road, Aberdeen, AB11 5NS
T: +44 122 4578761

M: +44 776 4275 317

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