Job Description:
This is a challenging leadership role where 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 Job:
* 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.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 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
Benefits:
* Basic salary: €57, with annual increments
* Naval Service Allowance: €20, (tax-free)
* Additional allowances for overseas service: Starting at €15,