Naval Service Direct Entry - Electrical Engineering Officer, Cork
Client:
Cpl
Location:
Cork, Ireland
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
0e4f35400f88
Job Views:
3
Posted:
17.07.2025
Expiry Date:
31.08.2025
Job Description:
Join the Naval Service as a Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officer
Please 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 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): Level 8 (or higher) Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Minister for Defence
Recruitment Process:
Includes a competency-based interview, medical exam, and Garda vetting
Location: All assessments conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork
Salary & Benefits:
* Basic salary: €57,000, with annual increments
* Additional allowances for overseas service: Starting at €15,000
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