ABOUT US
e-Campus Australia was developed to help the Maritime Industry and Mariners gain access to on the job training, reduce the amount of time in the classroom and get students out and into the industry.
For the past 2 years we have been working with both individuals and corporate clients, we specialise in developing programs to accommodate you keeping your day job. We understand the cost involved in continuing your training in the Maritime Industry, my husband’s last ticket cost us in excess of $100,000.
With this in mind we decided it was important to accommodate students in keeping their day jobs and everyone’s situation is different, so during your interview we determine the best way for you.
Our success in delivering students through their course process is really dependant on all parties committing to the end result.
We offer our clients current updates with any changes to the Maritime Licence issues relevant to their qualifications. There are major changes happening that may affect your situation or even your chosen pathway, it is important we are able to offer you as much information so you are able to make the right decision for you.
As a company and people who have experienced many of the pitfalls in gaining Maritime Qualifications, we commit to:
- Not using retired skippers
- Start anytime- ongoing enrolments
- Seek Govt Funding- traineeships
- Become a one stop shop – Aussie and International Quals
- Be cheaper than attending full time course
- Flexible delivery
- Customised programs
- Personalised service
During our time of operation we have worked closely with Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) and play an instrumental part in moderation and consultation on all of their documentation currently being used by industry to train industry. With gathering feedback from our clients and encouraging our clients to approach MSQ there has been a real attempt in developing a useful tool that compliments industry practice.
Clinton Myles (Harry) - Training Manager Master 3 >500GT
19 years experience in Cargo, Tug, Mother Shipping, he understands and has experience from the deck to the wheel house, he started at the bottom and worked through the ranks. Clinton was the WA Challenger TAFE Student of the Year in 2006, he is part owner of e-Campus Australia and can appreciate the pressures of keeping financial worth whilst gaining qualifications.
Kelly Harvie – Principal and Director.
Was fortunate to have a father who loved the ocean, from an early age sailing sabot’s to later crewing on the family charter yacht in Airlie Beach. I have worked Mega Yachts to Fishing Trawlers, previously worked and lived in Fort Lauderdale running my own yacht cleaning and varnish company where I often received job opportunities on deliveries, charters, boat shows. Most memorable delivery was across the Atlantic Ocean as 1st Mate on board 38’ Cheoley, stopping in Bermuda, Azores and then Gibraltar. On returning home (Australia – now Cairns) I experienced working on Mother Ships, Trawlers, Cargo, Tourism Day boats. For the past 10 years I have been developing our company e-Campus Australia and finally see myself getting out of the office and back on the boats again soon.
Emma William - Administration
Previously an A+ student 7 years ago at e-Campus Australia from the Torres Strait Islands has years of administration and management experience. Emma offers our company common sense and perfection, all the qualities required to successfully administer. She has the care factor required when dealing with our students and keeps them on track. Emma arrived just at the right time; we appreciate all she does for us.
Ian Butcher (Ging) - Master 4 and Engineering Trainer
Master 4 / MED2
Ian is currently employed by Sea Swift as one of their barge operators in the Torres Strait. He has always been involved with training whilst working in the industry and offers our students a wealth of knowledge, experience and stories.
Lesley Kelly - Master 5 Trainer
Master 4 / MED3
Is also operating as a Mate in the Torres Strait on board Sea Swift barges, Lesley offers our company experience on Cargo, Sail on board Tall Ships and Charter vessels. It is great to see women succeed in the very male oriented world of Cargo.
Colin Kerr (Sparky) – Engineering Tutor
Class 3 Engineer
Currently working with Offshore Marine Services and on his down time he offers his experience and knowledge as a tutor/trainer. Colin has experience with Tug, Cargo and Fishing offering our students a wealth of insight to different career pathways.
Alison Grant (Ali-G) - Tutor
Master 5 / MED 3
Has managed to work in many areas of the Maritime Industry, Ali is currently working in a management role at Whitworth Chandlery spending some time learning about all products used on board vessels. Previously Ali has worked on Tourism, Dive Boats, live aboard and cargo and has an education degree. She is a great team player and really spends the time with students who need additional assistance.
All of our trainers actively work within the maritime industy, it is important to us our students get access to trainers who are current and up to date with the industry.
Please contact us for a complete list of tutors.
