Marine Engineering Officer

1 week ago

Cork, Cork, Ireland beBee Careers Full time

The Naval Service seeks a Marine Engineering Officer to lead its engineering operations. This leadership role involves overseeing both at-sea and ashore maintenance, ensuring the performance of critical onboard systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serving as Head of the Engineering Department on board during sea postings, forming part of the ship's senior management team.
  • Leading and managing Engineering Branch personnel, overseeing technical operations, and maintaining key ship systems including propulsion, power generation, fuel, water, ventilation, air conditioning, and hotel services.
  • Being responsible for training and readiness for fire and hull breach scenarios, and the maintenance of related systems and equipment.
  • Following sea rotation, taking up a shore-based appointment within the Naval Dockyard, Naval College (NMCI), or Naval Base, focused on project management, maintenance planning, or technical research.
  • Participating 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.
  • 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.

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.

This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the country while developing your skills and expertise as a Marine Engineering Officer.

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