Qualified Communications and Information Systems (RFA)

Role details
What you'll do
The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) delivers vital logistical and operational support to the Royal Navy, wherever they are in the world. As a Qualified Communications and Information Systems you will be part of a team that ensures that the ship is able to communicate internally and externally, in all situations under pressure; administering complex data processing networks as well as commercial and military integrated communications system and visual signalling procedures.
Your role
Use your skills gained in your previous career to play a central role in supporting the Royal Navy warships, all over the world
You will be required to manage the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) on board to ensure that the ship always remains ready to respond to an emergency
Operate sophisticated global networked information systems, so you're always able to receive communications that are crucial to the day-to-day operation of the ship
Provide the command with a vital link to the task group via tactical voice and visual signalling procedures during replenishments and tactical evolutions
Work with your team to take responsibility for the ship's complex data-processing network systems, including the internet and satellite, placing you at the heart of tactical and strategic communications
Pay & benefits
Earn over £29,500 from the day you start
Excellent Career Average Occupational Pension Scheme
21 days off for every month at sea
World-class Comprehensive Training Progrmme
Skills for life
Skills you'll develop
Further your knowledge and skills working on state-of-the-art CIS sytems for the RFA
Eligibility
Aged at least 17 years 6 months to apply, and 18 years to commence employment. There is no upper age limit
Current Unrestricted ENG1 for Worldwide Sea Service
D299 IS Network Administrator or commercial equivalent
DII ASM or Minerva
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) GOC
Experience using Message Handling Systems
Experience using Military Integrated Communications Systems
GCSEs graded C/4 including Maths and English Language
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
Experienced CIS personnel with military communications skills who can work on their own and as part of a team
Personnel with drive, enthusiasm and an ambition to succeed
Reliability and discretion are essential
Experience in tactical procedures is desirable but not essential as training will be given