Warfare Specialist (Submariner) Data Technician Apprenticeship

Royal Navy; Tipner; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Navy is seeking candidates for a Warfare Specialist (Submariner) role. You will integrate with the Ship's Company of a submarine, operate tactical systems and contribute to submarine warfare; on surface duties include radar operations and ship protection with weaponry training.

Training may lead to progression to Lead Hand and beyond. You will develop skills in identification of contacts, data evaluation, and teamwork, supported by IT, communication, and problem-solving abilities as

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent is desirable.
• Warfare Specialist (Submariner) trainee pathway indicated in training section.

Responsibilities

• You will work as an integral member of the Ship's Company and a proud representative of the Submarine Service.
• Operate the various Tactical systems assisting in all aspects of submarine warfare.
• When on the surface you will act as the Radar operator and as part of the Ship's Protection Force trained in use of weaponry (5.56mm rifle, GPMG).
• Use your expert knowledge to identify and track contacts, passing assessments to the Warfare Officer for decision making.
• The role supports operations whether at sea for nuclear deterrence, in pursuit of submarines, or during exercises in domestic waters.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

GCSE Maths/English

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

• You will work as in integral member of the Ship's Company and a proud representative of the Submarine Service
• Operating the various Tactical systems assisting in all aspects of submarine warfare
• When on the surface you will act as the Radar operator and as part of the Ship's Protection Force be trained in the use of weaponry, such as the 5.56mm rifle and General-Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), designed to protect the submarine and its Ship's Company in all areas around the globe
• Using your expert knowledge gained during world class training, you will use some of our most advanced equipment to identify and track any contact (friend or foe), passing your assessments to the Warfare Officer who will use them to make key decisions
• Whether you're at sea providing our nation's nuclear deterrent, hunting other submarines or on exercise in domestic waters, the work you do is vital to the navigation and warfare capabilities of your submarine

Training

• When you have completed your training, you will be a qualified Warfare Specialist (Submariner) (Data Technician)
• You'll start your naval career as an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand and beyond
  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, Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience, GCSE Math and English (grade GCSE Level C/4) - desired
• 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