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Seafood and Maritime Training (SMT) closed out 2025 with a strong focus on delivering training in regional areas across Tasmania. SMT delivered DMLA, Coxswain Deck and Coxswain Engineering courses in Strahan during November. In addition, Coxswain Deck courses were held in Smithton in October and St Helens in December. Looking
To celebrate the end of another wonderful year of training, SMT hosted a relaxed end-of-year BBQ to thank our staff, trainers, board members and industry partners who help make SMT what it is. The event was held in conjunction with The b kinder foundation, with SMT proudly recognised as a
The end of last year saw Seafood and Maritime Training (SMT) host visits from Korean school students keen to undertake aquaculture education and pursue careers in the industry. A large group of thirty-five students from the Korea Marine Meister High School (KMMHS) spent four days in Southern Tasmania learning about
Challenging times for 2026 This year the industry and Seafood and Maritime Training (SMT) are faced with a decline in government subsidy support on two fronts. We have been unable to secure enough training subsidies to meet the training demands of the Tasmanian Seafood and Maritime industry for its workers
SMT would like to congratulate our very own Operations Manager, Michelle Dolbey, for graduating from the National Seafood Industry Leadership Program (NSLIP). Michelle is the first SMT employee to complete the program while employed at SMT. The program is funded by the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) and developed,
Seventeen learners recently completed SMT’s Finfish Production and Husbandry course, held during the final week of October. The program, part of the Certificate III in Aquaculture, brought together a diverse mix of participants from across Tasmania’s aquaculture sector, from finfish farms to hatcheries, all eager to deepen their skills and
Good story of Chris Claridge’s career pathway and how he supported industry.
SMT is committed to supporting training opportunities in regional areas across Tasmania. This year we have successfully facilitated courses in Smithton and Strahan, with more regional delivery planned. Looking ahead, a Coxswain Deck course in St Helens will be running in early December. If you’re in St Helens and interested
As part of the Shellfish Futures conference held on 11–12 September, SMT hosted a special Beer ‘n’ Sims night.
SMT sends a fond farewell to our Certificate IV in Aquaculture trainer, Mick Hortle, as he enters retirement.
SMT was proud to host AMSA’s in-house Master 45 Orals again this year, giving our students the opportunity to complete their assessments in the same environment where their training took place.
Meet Woody – Trainer, Engineer and Heritage Gardener
Growing up in Eden, NSW, Stephen “Woody” Wood’s love for the sea began early.
SMT was thrilled to be involved in a recent learning initiative with Huon Aquaculture, aimed at showcasing the benefits of undertaking a Certificate III in Aquaculture, and the valuable support provided by 26Ten.
If you didn’t find the course you were after earlier, now’s the time to check back! Visit www.smt.edu.au to view the updated schedule.
SMT proudly hosted a b Kinder Day BBQ to celebrate and promote kindness within our community.
