The Irish Defence Forces are recruiting qualified Electricians to join the Naval Service as Direct Entry Electrical Artificers.
In this role, you'll maintain and repair onboard electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, and automated control systems. Duties also include preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and participation in emergency response operations.
Requirements:
- Citizenship: Irish citizen or EU citizen
- Character & Fitness: Must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standards
- Age: 18–39 years on the date of application
- Qualifications (or national equivalent):
- HETAC Level 7 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics & Instrumentation, or Marine Electrotechnology
- QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft in Electrical, Electrical Instrumentation, or Instrumentation
Recruitment Process:
Includes a fitness test, competency-based interview, medical exam, and Garda vetting
Location: All assessments conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork
Salary & Benefits:
- Basic salary: €49,543 with annual increments
- Naval Service Allowance: €20,570 (tax-free)
- Additional allowances for overseas service starting at €15,000
- Private healthcare, dental, physiotherapy and mental health support
- Pension scheme, family leave, subsidised housing and meals
- Free gyms, training, and sports programmes
- Uniforms and protective gear provided
- Extra allowances for patrols, duties, and specialist skills
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