Naval Survival Gear Technician Apprentice

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

Job summary

The Royal Navy is offering an Apprenticeship as Survival Equipment Technician in Portsmouth. You will learn to maintain immersion suits, parachutes, life jackets and life rafts while training with experienced aircrew.

After initial basic naval training and specialised courses, you will qualify as Survival Equipment Fitter. The programme includes English and Maths functional skills and ongoing career development.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 (desired).
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn through structured Naval training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain survival equipment and aircraft survival packs.
• Train crew to use emergency gear and conduct survival drills.
• Support on-board safety and escape procedures, including underwater escape.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Customer care

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Education

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

Job description

The Royal Navy is offering an Apprenticeship as Survival Equipment Technician in Portsmouth. You will learn to maintain immersion suits, parachutes, life jackets and life rafts while training with experienced aircrew.

After initial basic naval training and specialised courses, you will qualify as Survival Equipment Fitter. The programme includes English and Maths functional skills and ongoing career development.