Naval Service Direct Entry - Electrical Engineering Officer

Cpl; Cork; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers in Cork. The role involves managing critical onboard systems and leading engineering responsibilities during sea and shore assignments. Candidates must have a Level 8 degree in Electrical Engineering and be Irish citizens or legally entitled to work in Ireland. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Basic salary with annual increments

Tax-free Naval Service Allowance

Additional allowances for overseas service

Qualifications

• Must be an Irish citizen or legally entitled to work in Ireland.
• Must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standards.
• Under 50 years old on application date.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain complex systems across the fleet.
• Manage critical onboard systems during sea postings.
• Lead the engineering department on ships and shore roles.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Systems

Maintenance Operations

Education

Level 8 (or higher) Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Electrical Engineering OfficerPlease note: Interviews will take place onsite at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork.We are now recruiting qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers. This is a leadership and technical role at the heart of Naval operations, with responsibility for managing critical onboard systems and supporting mission success at sea and ashore.About the Role:Electrical Engineering Officers (ELOs) are responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of complex systems across the fleet, including power generation, navigation, communications, weapons systems, environmental control, and IT infrastructure.During sea postings, you will be a key member of the ship’s engineering department, responsible for electrical, electronic, and control systems governing manoeuvrability, defence, and intelligence functions.You will play an active leadership role within the Naval Service, with training at the Naval College to prepare you for both engineering and military responsibilities.ELOs may serve on ships, ashore, or in overseas assignments.After a sea rotation, you will take up a shore-based role at the Naval Dockyard, Naval College (NMCI), or Naval Base, managing areas such as project planning, equipment procurement, and maintenance operations.Officers are encouraged to undertake funded Continual Professional Development (CPD) in areas such as Project Management, Engineering Master’s programmes, ATEX Standards, Energy Management, Vibration Analysis, and Health & Safety qualifications.Requirements:Citizenship: Irish citizen or legally entitled to work in IrelandCharacter & Fitness: Must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standardsAge: Under 50 years on 31 December in the year of applicationQualifications (or national equivalent):Level 8 (or higher) Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic EngineeringOr an equivalent qualification recognised by the Minister for DefenceRecruitment Process:Includes a competency-based interview, medical exam, and Garda vettingLocation: All assessments conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, CorkSalary & Benefits:Basic salary: €57, with annual incrementsNaval Service Allowance: €20, (tax-free)Additional allowances for overseas service: Starting at €15,Apply now for the Naval Service intake#NavyCareers25