A warehouse at West Gosford will become a training centre for the seafood and maritime industry.
NSW Fishing Industry Training Committee Ltd have Central Coast Council approval to use an industrial unit for training courses, including: Marine Radio Operators’ Certificate; General Purpose Hand; Marine Engine Driver; and, Shipboard Safety and first aid.
The Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal) and Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal) will also be offered.
The warehouse at Unit 13/13 Gibbens Rd, West Gosford, will require only minor cosmetic works and office furniture to establish the industrial training facility.
The enterprise will have two full time staff during the week with a maximum of 10 students.
Business hours will be Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm.
Parking for five cars is available on site but the guidelines indicate another five are needed.
However, the applicant argued that many of the students would arrive to the class via public transport and that the business would include a lift service from Gosford Station to the training facility for students.
It stated that there was a superfluous amount of off-street parking available within close proximity.
The proposal was approved by council staff under delegation.
Merilyn Vale