Senior Naval Engineering Professional

2 days ago

Devonport, Tasmania, Australia New Zealand Defence Force Full time

About the Role

As a Senior Naval Engineering Professional, you will be responsible for leading a team of skilled technicians in maintaining and repairing the sophisticated equipment that provides our Navy's fighting capability. Your expertise in weapon, communication, sensor, and combat management systems will be invaluable in this role.

The job requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment. You will also need to be a logical thinker who can analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.

In shore-based positions, you will perform duties in support of the fleet, including procurement and through-life support of our ships. You will also be responsible for training and managing our officers and sailors.

Onboard a ship, once you're fully qualified, you will lead the Weapon Engineering Department – a team of up to 31 skilled technicians. You will be responsible directly to the Commanding Officer for the performance and availability of the equipment under your charge and the welfare and training of the people under your leadership.

Career Progression and Training

After graduating from Junior Officer Common Training (JOCT) and a minimum of six months experience onboard a ship, you will move to the Royal Navy's Maritime Warfare School near Portsmouth, UK. Here, you'll complete the Systems Engineering and Management Course (SEMC), learning the principles of weapon engineering and the management of a ship's engineering department.

The next phase of your career will be on-the-job training conducted under the supervision of a senior Weapon Engineer. You will be mentored to achieve the Weapon Engineer Officers' Charge Qualification (WCQ), which indicates you have the theoretical and practical knowledge required to take sole charge of a ship's Weapon Engineering Department.

You will then rotate through various shore-based engineering positions every 18 to 24 months, to broaden your skills before returning to sea as the senior Weapon Engineer. You will be offered continuous internal and external training opportunities for professional development. You will be able to complete your Masters degree, and you'll benefit from a streamlined route to becoming a Chartered Engineer.

Salary and Benefits

Careers in the Navy are well-rewarded, as well as being diverse and exciting. As you become more experienced and move up through the ranks, gaining additional skills and qualifications, you will see your salary rise accordingly.

$183,984

This estimated salary takes into account the expected level of experience and qualifications required for this role, as well as the location and industry standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Education
    • Be a graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree in a field such as electrical, electronics, or computer engineering.
    • Alternatively, you may apply if you have a tertiary engineering qualification and a good understanding of engineering principles.
  • Fitness and Medical
    • Be medically fit for service and meet the minimum entry fitness standards.
    • Colour perception restrictions may apply.
  • Citizenship
    • Be a New Zealand citizen or hold dual citizenship with New Zealand.

Benefits

  • Earn a competitive salary while training or learning your trade, along with additional allowances for time spent in the field, at sea, overseas, or deployed on operations.
  • Access to your Service marae or tūrangawaewae.
  • Sponsored tertiary study programmes at all levels.
  • Free access to gyms and swimming pools on camp and bases.
  • Opportunities to travel.
  • Free and subsidised medical and dental care.
  • Subsidised food and accommodation on camps and bases.
  • Free and subsidised insurance cover.
  • Help to buy a home and save for retirement.

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