A targeted event for pupils and their parents/carers to learn more about the sector and the opportunities within it.
A seafood/maritime careers expo for pupils featuring individual presentations from businesses, followed by a more traditional careers fair.
Pupils heard from each business about career paths within their organisation, apprenticeship programmes and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.
They were also able to speak directly with employers during the careers fair section of the event.
Parents and carers were invited to attend the event too. This encouraged conversations between employers and the young people during the interactive element of the expo.
The Scottish Maritime Academy team were able to share information about training opportunities across both commercial fishing and the merchant navy.
Small group discussions with industry experts helped to prepare S6 pupils for their next steps.
A series of hospitality-themed activities encouraged S2 pupils from St Machar Academy to consider careers in the industry.
A two-stage competition for S2 pupils throughout the region, designed to raise the profile of careers in the construction industry.
