Direct Entry - Marine Engineering Officer

Commission for Railway Regulation; Munster; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officer, taking on a leadership role overseeing critical engineering operations at sea and ashore. The position offers significant professional development opportunities, including project management and contributions to maritime defense and security.

Benefits

Naval Service Allowance

Tax-free benefits

Additional allowances for overseas service

Qualifications

• Irish citizen or entitled to work in Ireland.
• Must meet medical, physical, and security standards.
• Under 50 years of age on December 31 in the application year.

Responsibilities

• Head of the Engineering Department during sea postings.
• Lead and manage engineering personnel, oversee ship systems.
• Train personnel for fire and hull breach scenarios.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Operations Management

Project Management

Maintenance Planning

Education

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

Equivalent marine qualification

Job description

Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officer

Please note: Interviews will take place onsite at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork.

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:

• Serve as 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

Recruitment Process:

Includes a competency-based interview and Garda vetting

Location: All assessments conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork

Salary & Benefits:

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

Apply now for the 2025 Naval Service intake

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