Naval Architect - Waterfront & Ship Systems Lead

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; West Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence services provider is seeking a Naval Architect at their Devonport Royal Dockyard site. This full-time role involves managing the waterfront for Royal Navy ships, requiring experience with harbour facilities and proficiency in design software. Candidates should possess a degree in Naval Architecture or related field, and security clearance is a must. The company offers a range of benefits including a matched pension scheme, health consultations, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health check

Employee share scheme

Professional fees payment

10 days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday trading benefit

Volunteering paid leave

Employee assistance programme

Responsibilities

• Manage through-life support for floating assets.
• Survey assets and oversee post-refit acceptance.
• Prepare design estimates and monitor costs.
• Develop future waterfront assets with the Ministry of Defence.

Skills

Ports and harbour facilities experience

Organisational and communication skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software

Understanding of survey/NDE techniques

Analytical and proactive problem-solving

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture or engineering discipline

Significant practical experience in ship maintenance or facility management

Job description

A leading defence services provider is seeking a Naval Architect at their Devonport Royal Dockyard site. This full-time role involves managing the waterfront for Royal Navy ships, requiring experience with harbour facilities and proficiency in design software. Candidates should possess a degree in Naval Architecture or related field, and security clearance is a must. The company offers a range of benefits including a matched pension scheme, health consultations, and development opportunities.