Direct Entry – Operations Branch Officer
Primary stack
Job description
About the Position
Join the Irish Defence Forces - Naval Service as a Direct Entry – Operations Branch Officer. This role is pivotal in maritime safety, enforcement, and mission execution. If you're ready for a career with purpose, challenge, and variety, apply now.
Responsibilities
- Bridge Watchkeeping: Oversee safe navigation and maritime traffic.
- Leadership: Lead boarding teams during fishery protection, anti-smuggling, and drug interdiction operations.
- Safety: Ensure the safety of the ship and crew.
- Progression: Opportunities for leadership development and progression in rank and responsibility.
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:
- Department of Transport Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 1, 2, or 3 with watchkeeping experience.
- Or a recognised Naval Watchkeeping Certificate.
- Or a qualification deemed equivalent by the Minister for Defence.
We Offer
- Basic Salary: €57,955 with annual increments.
- Naval Service Allowance: €20,570.
- Additional Allowances: Starting at €15,000 for overseas service.
About the Company
The Irish Defence Forces - Naval Service is committed to protecting Ireland's maritime interests and ensuring the safety and security of its waters. Join a team that values leadership, dedication, and excellence.
Apply Now
For the 2025 Naval Service intake, apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in maritime enforcement.
© CPL Jobs Sp. z o.o. NIP: 7010256845. This job description was sourced from the employer's public career page. TheJob is not the employer — we index the posting and route candidates to the source. All content rights and hiring decisions belong to the employer.
Cpl is a Global provider of workforce solutions to startup companies, multinationals and SMEs in every sector from Pharmaceuticals to Fund Accounting.Founded in 1989, the Cpl Group now comprises 22 brands spanning more than 41 offices in 11 countries.Cpl’s core goal is to power business growth through people. Each of our Cpl divisions and brands offers innovative, sector-focused solutions across recruitment, outsourcing, training, and consultancy. We offer a combination of scale and industry-expertise across the group with over 300 recruitment consultants dedicated to specific sectors and skillsets, including:• IT• Construction• Science• Customer Support• Engineering• Finance• Retail• Banking• HR• Sales• Administration• Marketing• Supply Chain