Naval Service Recruit - General Service
- Cork
- €41,435 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- General Service Recruits form the backbone of the Naval Service and begin their careers with a 12-week training course focused on physical fitness, discipline, and basic military and naval skills.
- Upon completion, you will advance to Ordinary Rate and begin branch-specific training in one of four areas: Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians, or Supplies.
- Once qualified, you'll be promoted to Able Rate and assigned to a Naval Service ship, where you'll take part in a two-year sea rotation.
- Duties include general maintenance, boat operations, firefighting, damage control, and participating in naval boarding teams during drug interdiction operations.
- Further training opportunities are available for those who wish to specialise and advance their careers within the Naval Service.
- Education: No formal education qualifications required
- Age: 18-39 years on the closing date of applications
- Other Requirements:
- Must be an Irish citizen or legally entitled to work in Ireland
- Must be of good character and pass security clearance
- Must meet minimum standards of medical and physical fitness
- Must complete all phases of the induction process, including interview, fitness test, medical exam, and Garda vetting
- Basic salary: €41,435 with annual increments
- Naval Service Allowance: €20,570
- Additional allowances for overseas service: Starting at €15,000