April 2026 WATERLINE | 47 TRAINING AND EDUCATION CALENDAR 2026 MARINA TRAINING INSTITUTE ONLINE ANYTIME ENVIRONMENTAL BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hrs) Designed for all employees as part of their industry induction, develop awareness of best practices and the potential harm if not followed. EXTREME WEATHER PREPAREDNESS (2-3 hrs) This course ensures marina staff are trained to prepare for, protect and respond to marine extreme weather events. WHS BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hrs) A course covering the risks encountered while working in a marina environment. Topics include Working Around Boats, Working Around Water, Rope Handling, Confined Spaces, Electrical Safety. VIRTUAL COURSES OIL SPILL RESPONSE (Virtual Training 2 hrs) Facilitated by seasoned marine professionals, this course provides the essential training to prevent, recognise, respond to and clean up oil spills at a marina. Participants must complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. June 18 Thursday | Sep 17 Thursday EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (Virtual Training 2 hrs) Prepare for emergencies under the guidance of our industry experts. Examine the requirements of an Emergency Response Incident Management Plan, risk assessment and response management. Participants must complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. Jul 23 Thursday | Oct 29 Thursday WEBINARS, SEMINARS AND STUDY WEBINARS – Virtual via Zoom (1 hour) Industry relevant topics such as technical and business operations. These webinars are free for MIA members. Jul 2 | Aug 27 | Nov 12 FACE-TO-FACE SHORT COURSES DOCK HAND COURSE (1 day) Delivered by an experienced marina manager at participating marinas, this course introduces basic dock worker skills and is ideal for school leavers, newcomers, or those considering a career in the industry. Check participating marinas for dates. DOCK MASTER COURSE (2 days) Onsite training for staff working in and around marinas includes hazard awareness, planning and prevention, hazardous chemical, flammable liquids and biohazard awareness. Jun 23-24 Sydney, NSW MANAGEMENT COURSES INTERMEDIATE MARINA MANAGEMENT (4.5 days) Designed for managers and supervisors, focusing on marina operations, policies and procedures. Exploring innovative ways of dealing with issues and challenges. Jul 26-30 Perth, WA | Nov 23-26 Dubai, UAE ADVANCED MARINA MANAGEMENT (5.5 days) A course designed for senior marina professionals, focusing on the management of facility operations, risk, leadership and maximising marina returns. Aug 30 - Sep 4 Brisbane, QLD | Nov 23-27 Abu Dhabi, UAE SPECIALISED TECHNICAL COURSES NEGATIVE FORKLIFT & DRY STACK OPERATIONS (2 days) For Dry Stack operators to lift and lower vessels using the specialised negative forklift equipment safely and effectively. Jun 16 QLD | Aug 3 WA STRADDLE CARRIER OPERATION & MAINTENANCE A two-day onsite training covering operating procedures, safety (WH&S), lift planning and considerations, transporting and standing vessels. May 2-3 QLD | Aug 1-2 WA STUDY TOUR Take in the concepts and developments of marinas and boatyards that can improve your marina’s services, efficiency and competitiveness. May 27 Gold Coast | May 27-29 Whitsundays Jul 31 Perth TRAINING & EDUCATION CALENDAR 100 TONNE+ STRADDLE CARRIER COURSE An intensive training day for accredited straddle carrier operators who are working in a boatyard which lifts vessels over 100 tonnes. Queensland TBA BOATYARD NEG FORKLIFT OPERATION For boatyard personnel to lift and lower vessels using the specialised negative forklift equipment safely and effectively. Sep 20-21 Location TBC Scan the QR code to register for your next course Dates are subject to change. Go to marinas.net.au for the latest information. ENVIRONMENTAL BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hours) Designed for all employees as part of their industry induction, develop awareness of best practices and the potential harm if not followed. EXTREME WEATHER PREPAREDNESS (2-3 hours) This course ensures marina staff are trained to prepare for, protect and respond to marine extreme weather events. WHS BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hours) A course covering the risks encountered while working in a marina environment. Topics include safe work practices, WHS and developing a safe workplace culture. OIL SPILL RESPONSE (Virtual Training – 2 hours) Facilitated by seasoned marine professionals, this course provides the essential training to prevent, recognise, respond to and clean up oil spills at a marina. Complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. Feb 27 June 19 Aug 21 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (Virtual Training – 2 hours) Prepare for emergencies under the guidance of our industry experts. Examine the requirements of an Emergency Response Incident Management Plan, risk assessment and response management. Complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. Mar 13 July 24 Oct 30 ONLINE, ANYTIME FACE TO FACE SHORT COURSES MANAGEMENT COURSES NEW 2025 SPECIALISED BOATYARD COURSES VIRTUAL COURSES WEBINARS – Virtual via Zoom (1 hour) Industry relevant topics such as technical and business operations. These webinars are free for MIA members. March 27 June 26 Aug 14 Sep 18 Nov 20 STUDY TOURS – Marina & Boatyard Tours Exploring world class marinas in different locations around the globe. Providing high-quality networking and development opportunities, exploring business development and improvement concepts. Study Tour will be scheduled according to demand. WEBINARS, SEMINARS AND STUDY TOURS BOATYARD BEST PRACTICES (Half Day) Onsite training for staff working in and around marinas includes hazard awareness, planning and prevention, hazardous chemical, flammable liquids and biohazard awareness. June 21 Location TBC INTERMEDIATE MARINA MANAGEMENT (4.5 Days) Designed for managers and supervisors, focussing on marina operations, policies and procedures. Exploring innovative ways of dealing with issues and challenges. May 18-22 Phuket, Thailand July 27-31 Sydney MARINAS 101 (1 day) Designed for workers new to the marina industry, learn the fundamentals of marina operations. Feb 15 Sydney Oct 11 Queensland ADVANCED MARINA MANAGEMENT (5.5 Days) A course designed for senior marina professionals, focussing on the management of facility operations, risk, leadership and maximising marina returns. Aug 31 - Sep 5 Auckland STRADDLE CARRIER OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE (2 Days) A two day onsite training covers operating procedures, safety (WH&S), lift planning and considerations, transporting and standing vessels. March 15-16 Queensland May 3-4 Victoria June 14-15 Location TBC 28 DECEMBER 2024 MARINA TRAINING INSTITUTE TRAINING & EDUCATION CALENDAR 100 TONNE+ STRADDLE CARRIER COURSE An intensive training day for accredited straddle carrier operators who are working in a boatyard which lifts vessels over 100 tonnes. Queensland TBA BOATYARD NEG FORKLIFT OPERATION For boatyard personnel to lift and lower vessels using the specialised negative forklift equipment safely and effectively. Sep 20-21 Location TBC Scan the QR code to register for your next course Dates are subject to change. Go to marinas.net.au for the latest information. ENVIRONMENTAL BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hours) Designed for all employees as part of their industry induction, develop awareness of best practices and the potential harm if not followed. EXTREME WEATHER PREPAREDNESS (2-3 hours) This course ensures marina staff are trained to prepare for, protect and respond to marine extreme weather events. WHS BEST PRACTICES (2-3 hours) A course covering the risks encountered while working in a marina environment. Topics include safe work practices, WHS and developing a safe workplace culture. OIL SPILL RESPONSE (Virtual Training – 2 hours) Facilitated by seasoned marine professionals, this course provides the essential training to prevent, recognise, respond to and clean up oil spills at a marina. Complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. Feb 27 June 19 Aug 21 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (Virtual Training – 2 hours) Prepare for emergencies under the guidance of our industry experts. Examine the requirements of an Emergency Response Incident Management Plan, risk assessment and response management. Complete the online (1 hour) pre-training before the virtual event date. Mar 13 July 24 Oct 30 ONLINE, ANYTIME FACE TO FACE SHORT COURSES MANAGEMENT COURSES NEW 2025 SPECIALISED BOATYARD COURSES VIRTUAL COURSES WEBINARS – Virtual via Zoom (1 hour) Industry relevant topics such as technical and business operations. These webinars are free for MIA members. March 27 June 26 Aug 14 Sep 18 Nov 20 STUDY TOURS – Marina & Boatyard Tours Exploring world class marinas in different locations around the globe. Providing high-quality networking and development opportunities, exploring business development and improvement concepts. Study Tour will be scheduled according to demand. WEBINARS, SEMINARS AND STUDY TOURS BOATYARD BEST PRACTICES (Half Day) Onsite training for staff working in and around marinas includes hazard awareness, planning and prevention, hazardous chemical, flammable liquids and biohazard awareness. June 21 Location TBC INTERMEDIATE MARINA MANAGEMENT (4.5 Days) Designed for managers and supervisors, focussing on marina operations, policies and procedures. Exploring innovative ways of dealing with issues and challenges. May 18-22 Phuket, Thailand July 27-31 Sydney MARINAS 101 (1 day) Designed for workers new to the marina industry, learn the fundamentals of marina operations. Feb 15 Sydney Oct 11 Queensland ADVANCED MARINA MANAGEMENT (5.5 Days) A course designed for senior marina professionals, focussing on the management of facility operations, risk, leadership and maximising marina returns. Aug 31 - Sep 5 Auckland STRADDLE CARRIER OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE (2 Days) A two day onsite training covers operating procedures, safety (WH&S), lift planning and considerations, transporting and standing vessels. March 15-16 Queensland May 3-4 Victoria June 14-15 Location TBC 28 DECEMBER 2024 MARINA TRAINING INSTITUTE Scan the QR code to register for your next course WEBINARS, SEMINARS AND STUDY TOURS
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