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Ferroport Opens 45 Vacancies for Free Courses with Firjan Senai to Address Labor Shortage in the Port Sector.
The qualified labor shortage remains a challenge for the port sector, and Ferroport is investing in professional training (free courses) to meet this demand. In partnership with the City Hall of São João da Barra, the Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro (Firjan) and the National Service for Industrial Learning (Senai), the company is launching the 2025 edition of the Port Generation program. The program aims to prepare professionals to work in maintenance and port operations, offering free courses and opportunities for practical learning. The vacancies are limited, and registrations are open until April 6, 2025.
Training to Address Labor Shortage
Ferroport offers a total of 45 vacancies for two distinct free courses, both conducted with qualification from Firjan Senai. The opportunities are divided as follows:
Electromechanical Maintenance Techniques: 25 vacancies, primarily for women and Black individuals residing in São João da Barra and Campos dos Goytacazes. The course has a workload of 300 hours and requires a technical degree completed in the last two years in areas such as mechanics, electricity, electrotechnics, or automation.
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Port Equipment Operator: 20 vacancies, exclusively for women from São João da Barra, with a completed high school education. This course lasts 252 hours and does not require prior experience.
The initiative aims to mitigate the qualified labor shortage in the port sector, promoting inclusion and diversity in the job market.
How to Compete for the Vacancies and Enroll in One of the Free Courses?
Interested individuals must access the official website of Ferroport (https://trabalheconosco.vagas.com.br/ferroport/geracao-portuaria) and fill out the registration form by April 6.
The selection process will take place throughout April, and the 45 approved candidates will start the free courses in June. Classes will be taught by Firjan Senai at the campuses in Campos dos Goytacazes and São João da Barra in the afternoon.
Training and Benefits
Participants of the Port Generation program will go through a training process divided into two stages:
- Theoretical Training: Duration of two months, with a workload of 252h to 300h, depending on the chosen free course.
- Practical Training: The top 20 students advance to a 10-month immersion within the operations of Ferroport.
Throughout the learning period, trainees will receive a scholarship to encourage participation from professionals seeking qualifications and entry into the job market.
Why Enroll in One of the Free Courses Offered by Ferroport?
The initiative of Port Generation reinforces Ferroport’s responsibility to help reduce the qualified labor shortage, promoting inclusion and professional training through the free courses offered in partnership with Firjan Senai.
If you are seeking professional qualification and want to enter the port sector, this is an unmissable opportunity. Sign up now and be part of this initiative that transforms lives and strengthens the local economy!
About Ferroport
Ferroport is a joint venture formed by the mining company Anglo American and Prumo Logística. The company operates the port terminal for iron ore at the Açu Port in São João da Barra, Rio de Janeiro.
With over a decade of experience, Ferroport stands out for its operational efficiency and commitment to safety, sustainability, and social development.
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