Maritime Radio & Radar Electronics Technician

Irish Naval Service; Cobh; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Onsite gym

Free tuition during training

Accommodation during training

Job summary

Irish Naval Service is accepting applications for Direct Entry Radio Radar Technicians. You will maintain and repair radar, communications and navigation systems aboard naval vessels and shore facilities, ensuring readiness for sea and land operations.

Leading technicians will be trained to take on responsibilities of Petty Officers, including installation and maintenance of onboard equipment. Medical, physical and security clearances will be assessed during the process.

Qualifications

• Educational/Professional qualifications as listed above.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age and provide age proof if moving forward.
• Must meet work permit eligibility and security clearance as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and provide operational support for critical communications, radar and electronic navigation systems on Naval Service vessels and shore facilities.
• Lead Radio Radar Technicians to manage installation, operation and maintenance of onboard comms and navigation equipment.
• Participate in emergency response and damage control duties, including firefighting and exercises.

Skills

Radio radar systems knowledge

Maintenance & repair

Team collaboration

Education

B.Eng in Electronic Engineering (HETAC Level 7)

B.Eng in Marine Electrotechnology (HETAC Level 7)

B.Eng Ordinary Degree in Electronic Engineering – Military Communication Systems (Carlow)

Job description

Irish Naval Service is accepting applications for Direct Entry Radio Radar Technicians. You will maintain and repair radar, communications and navigation systems aboard naval vessels and shore facilities, ensuring readiness for sea and land operations.

Leading technicians will be trained to take on responsibilities of Petty Officers, including installation and maintenance of onboard equipment. Medical, physical and security clearances will be assessed during the process.