Maritime Mechanical & Electrical Mechanic Apprentice

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

Job summary

The Royal Navy is seeking recruits for Weapon Engineering (Submariner) roles. You will start as an Able Rate and train extensively in weapon systems, safety procedures, and electrical/electronic repair techniques to keep submarines operational.

Training proceeds at onshore facilities and on-board submarines, with exams leading to Dolphins and crew integration. GCSE Math and English are expected; progression to Officer is possible with commitment and skill.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and IT literacy to operate complex equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping essential.
• Proven ability to work in a team in dynamic, high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for crew safety and equipment readiness on submarines.
• Maintain and operate weapon, radar, and communication systems to keep systems mission-ready.
• Perform daily rounds and troubleshoot problems with the engineering team to keep submarines afloat.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Team working

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the safety of your crewmates. Whether that's ensuring your boat is able to defend itself, or identifying threats and helping the submarine stay undetected
• Maintain and operate the complex communication, detection and weapon systems, and guarantee missiles, and torpedoes are fully operational
• Get your hands on some of the most sophisticated electronic equipment in existence, working with your team, and under the guidance of the Engineer Officer
• Complete daily rounds, checking equipment to ensure the boat remains operational, and finding innovative solutions when there's a problem

Training

Training Once you have completed your traninig you will be a qualified Weapon Engineering (Submariner)-Maritime Mechanical & Electrical Mechanic. You'll start your naval career as an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand and beyond. Training and development that will continue throughout your career with the Royal Navy. It takes place in two distinct environments: at onshore training facilities and on-board operational submarines. When you join you complete 10 weeks of basic naval training, followed by five months of Submariner weapons training, focussing on:

• Weapon systems
• Safety procedures
• Electrical and electronic repair techniques
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Essential tools and techniques

This will be followed by a further four months at HMS Raleigh in the Submarine School, where you'll learn all about the boat and how to use the equipment. 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.

Additional Information

If you show the right commitment, skills, and academic ability, you could become a Commissioned Officer.

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

Royal Navy Overview

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

Wage

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