Marine Engineering (Submariner)-Maritime Mechanical & Electrical Mechanic Apprenticeship

Royal Navy; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Navy is offering an apprenticeship for a Marine Mechanical and Electrical Mechanic. You will begin at Able Rate and progress with training across onshore facilities and ships, learning how submarine machinery operates and how to repair components.

This role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Training spans 10 weeks of basic naval training followed by 33 weeks of role-specific instruction, with Dolphin qualification after the phase.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or higher (desirable).
• Willing to learn and undergo training in maritime mechanics.
• Good numeracy and IT basics.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily rounds, checking equipment to ensure the submarine remains operational.
• Work with your team and follow the guidance of the Engineer Officer.
• Apply problem-solving and attention to detail in challenging environments.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Education

GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4) – desired

Job description

• Be a key part of the immense engineering effort that goes into keeping a submarine operational, from providing power for the engines, to maintaining crucial water purification and air circulation systems
• Find innovative and resourceful solutions to complex problems, applying the engineering skills and knowledge you gain, in challenging environments
• Get your hands on some of the most sophisticated equipment on the planet, working with your team and under the guidance of the Engineer Officer
• Complete daily rounds, checking equipment to ensure the submarine remains operational. You’ll need to be precise and pay attention to detail, because even the smallest mistake can have a big impact

Training

• Once you have completed your training you will be Marine Engineering(Submariner)-Maritime Mechanical & Electrical Mechanic with a Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Mechanical and Electrical Mechanic
• You’ll start your naval career at an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand and beyond
• Training and development continue throughout your career with the Royal Navy. It takes place in two distinct environments: at onshore training facilities and on-board operational ships. When you join, you complete 10 weeks of basic naval training, followed by 33 weeks of role-specific training, where you’ll learn how the machinery on a submarine works and how to repair and even make components. You’ll then receive further training on submarine equipment, before going to sea for the first time. At the end of this phase, you’ll sit an exam. If you pass, you’ll earn your Dolphins - the mark of a qualified Submariner – and join your crew

What happens at the end

• If you show the right commitment, skills and academic ability, you could become a Commissioned Officer
• Members of the Royal Navy are promoted on merit. Work hard and you can rise through the ranks

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• GCSE Math and English (grade GCSE Level C/4) - desired

Key details

• Wage: £20,400 a year
• Working week: Shifts to be confirmed.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Start date: 2030-08-02
• Closing date: 2030-08-01
• Apprenticeship standard: Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)
• Training provider: ROYAL NAVY

About the employer

The Royal Navy (RN) is responsible for the protection of British interests at home and around the World. 95% of all world trade passes through the high seas and every year Britain imports £524 billion worth of goods. The RN takes an active part in the protection of British Shipping. Around the United Kingdom the RN protects vital fishing stocks by monitoring fishing activities in our waters. We recruit throughout the year, so please ignore Key Dates