Apprentice Communications Information Systems

Role details
What you'll do
As an Apprentice Communications Information Systems, it's your job to guarantee the transmission and receipt of messages that are pivotal to our Replenishment at Sea operations. It's a civilian role, but one that contributes to protecting our nation's interests. From the moment you join you'll gain hands-on experience with some of our most sophisticated equipment, learning how to use everything from message handling systems to satellite links, and embarking on a truly exhilarating career.
Your role
Take your place within a professional ship's company, working alongside senior officers from all branches to transmit and receive crucial information. You might be requesting essential supplies one day, and giving Royal Navy ships your estimated time of arrival the next
Use complex equipment to help the ship perform its essential role. That means working with everything from high-speed data, to the Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS)
Outside of the Ops Room, you'll have crucial duties to perform as part of the ship's company, including firefighting, first aid, and being a member of the damage control team
Pay & benefits
£16,500+ Starting Salary During Training
Earned Voyage Leave (EVL) of 7 days for every month spent on board ship
Membership of a Civil Service Pension Scheme
World-class training
Potential to travel the world
Skills for life
An in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art communications systems
Reliability and accuracy when transmitting vital messages
Eligibility
Aged at least 17 years 6 months to apply, and 18 years to commence employment. There is no upper age limit
Entry requirements GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
Must be British, Irish or Commonwealth citizens. However, a number of career paths have nationality restrictions. Dual Nationality will be considered providing the first nationality is British. Note: Residency restrictions may apply
Need to have confidence with jumping into water and the ability to wade whilst wearing a life jacket
Skills & interests
A passion for the latest technology
Great at working as part of a team
First-class communication
A sense of adventure