Marine Engineer - Irish Naval Service

Cpl Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 93,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officer. You will oversee engineering operations at sea and ashore, ensuring critical onboard systems perform reliably and assisting the mission of maritime defence and security.

The role combines leadership of the Engineering Department with hands-on technical oversight, including training and readiness for emergencies, plus potential shore-based postings and funded CPD.

Qualifications

• Citizen of Ireland or legally entitled to work in Ireland.
• Must meet medical, physical and security clearance standards.
• Under 50 years on 31 December of application year.
• Certificate of Competency or equivalent marine engineering qualification.

Responsibilities

• Head of the Engineering Department on board during sea postings; senior management role.
• Lead and manage Engineering Branch; oversee propulsion, power, fuel, water, HVAC and hotel services.
• Train and ensure readiness for fire and hull breach scenarios; maintain related systems.
• After sea rotation, take a shore-based appointment focusing on project management, maintenance planning or research.

Education

Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineering Officer) Class 1 or Class 2

Job description

Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officer

We are now recruiting qualified Marine Engineers to join as Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officers. In this leadership role, you will oversee engineering operations both at sea and ashore, ensuring the maintenance and performance of critical onboard systems. You will play a vital role in maintaining operational readiness and supporting the Naval Service mission of maritime defence and security.

About the Role:

• Head of the Engineering Department on board during sea postings, forming part of the ship’s senior management team.
• Lead and manage Engineering Branch personnel, oversee technical operations, and maintain key ship systems including propulsion, power generation, fuel, water, ventilation, air conditioning, and hotel services.
• Be responsible for training and readiness for fire and hull breach scenarios, and the maintenance of related systems and equipment.
• Following sea rotation, take up a shore-based appointment within the Naval Dockyard, Naval College (NMCI), or Naval Base, focused on project management, maintenance planning, or technical research.
• Participate in further development through internally funded training and CPD, with opportunities to pursue qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Health & Safety, and work toward Chartered Engineer status.

Requirements:

• Citizenship: Irish citizen or legally entitled to work in Ireland
• Character & Fitness: Must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standards
• Age: Under 50 years on 31 December in the year of application
• Qualifications (or national equivalent):
  • Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineering Officer) Class 1 or Class 2 (Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport)
  • Or a Marine qualification deemed equivalent by the Minister for Defence

Salary & Benefits:

• Basic salary: €57,955 with annual increments
• Naval Service Allowance: €20,570
• Additional allowances for overseas service: Starting at €15,000

Please note: You will be based at the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Cork. The recruitment process includes an Interview, Medical Examination and Garda Vetting. All assessments are conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Cork.