Ship Control Instructor

Pertemps Specialist Talent Solutions; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defence training provider is seeking a ShipControl Instructor to deliver expert training at a submarine facility in Helensburgh. The role involves using advanced simulation facilities and ensuring compliance with training standards. Qualifications include operational knowledge of submarine control systems and a senior rating or Warrant Officer background. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary between £45,000 and £47,000, along with excellent benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme & life assurance

Digital healthcare & annual wellbeing checks

Professional fees paid

Share scheme participation & employee discounts

Additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

Option to buy/sell annual leave

Paid volunteering day

Strong development pathways & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong operational knowledge of submarine control room activities.
• Experience managing control systems operations.
• Senior rating or Warrant Officer background is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist ship control training using advanced simulation facilities.
• Support trainees at varying competency levels.
• Ensure training quality, compliance, and performance standards are met.

Skills

Operational knowledge of submarine control systems

Instructional experience

Education

DTC/DTTT qualification

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: ShipControlInstructor
Location: Faslane, Helensburgh
Salary: £45,000-£47,000+ExcellentBenefits
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: This position is based fully on-site, working a 37‑hour week within a secure naval environment.

About the Role

We are supporting a major defence training provider in the recruitment of a ShipControl Instructor. This role plays a vital part in developing Royal Navy personnel at a key submarine training facility near Helensburgh.

You will use your expertise in Astute‑class submarine control systems to deliver world‑class training, directly contributing to operational readiness and the safety of the UK’s submarine fleet.

What’s In It For You?

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched pension scheme & life assurance
• Digital healthcare & annual wellbeing checks
• Professional fees paid
• Share scheme participation & employee discounts
• Additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
• Option to buy/sell annual leave
• Paid volunteering day
• Strong development pathways & wellbeing support

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist ship control training using advanced simulation facilities
• Support trainees at varying competency levels
• Provide SME input into training design and programme updates
• Review technical data and respond to change requirements
• Ensure training quality, compliance, and performance standards are met

Experience Required

• Strong operational knowledge of submarine control room activities
• Served within the Royal Navy Submarine Service
• Experience managing control systems operations
• Instructional experience (advantageous)
• Recent Astute‑class experience (desirable)

Qualifications

• Senior rating or Warrant Officer background
• DTC/DTTT qualification is beneficial

Security Requirements

Applicants must be eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance inline with UK Government criteria.

Next Step

If you're ready to transition into a rewarding training role while staying close to core submarine operations, we want to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.