38 NAVY NEWS, OCTOBER 2009
CAN YOU
The Captain of Naval Recruiting is currently seeking an
Government
ex-regular service Officer to be the Regional Business
DELIVER THE
Manager (RBM) for the Naval Regional Commander
funded skills
Looking for a new
ROYAL NAVY AND
Scotland and Northern Ireland. The successful applicant
will be the Regional Staff Officer responsible for the
IN TODAY’s competitive market,
ROYAL MARINES
creation and planning of recruiting outreach activities
studying for a new skill can
life down under?
and identifying media and communications opportunities
give you the edge, indicate your
MESSAGE?
to support Captain Naval Recruiting.
commitment to learning and show
you are taking charge of your own
THE Royal New Zealand Navy most important element of this
Applicants would already live in Scotland or Northern
development.
is responsible for the maritime capability.
REGIONAL Ireland or be prepared to move there. The post would suit
A level 3 qualification does
defence of New Zealand and its Everyone has the opportunity to
BUSINESS MANAGER,
Lieutenants RN/Captains RM or Lieutenants Commanders/
much to improve promotion and
interests. contribute to making the NZ Navy
employment prospects.
The Force’s vision is “to be a world-class organisation and the
SCOTLAND &
Majors RM.*
Martin Ladd, formerly a
the best small-nation Navy in culture encourages people to use
NORTHERN IRELAND Paid at Lieutenant RN/Captain RM level on full-time
captain in the Royal Navy and
the world”, reflecting the unique their skills to ‘make a difference’.
Reserve Service (limited commitment).
now director of the Hampshire-
nature of our business upon the The Navy is expanding to become
based training company Brighter
oceans. a more responsive and versatile
Initial two year contract with possible
Prospects Limited engaged in
The Navy is based at Devonport, organisation. To help achieve this
Auckland, where the shore it is increasing its recruiting pool
18 month extension.
the Government-funded Skills
Accounts project, said: “These
establishment HMNZS Philomel to include candidates with current
are the very good reasons why
is responsible for administration, or previous service in the Royal
people should be opening a Skills
supply and training support to the Navy in UK.
Account today.”
sea-going ships. There are vacancies across a
The Learning and Skills Council
The Navy’s routine operations variety of branches, especially
says that learning something new
stretch across the South Pacific and Hydrographic (Leadings Hands,
For more information contact could be your first step towards
South East Asian regions, but its Petty Officers, Chief Petty
roles in international peacekeeping Officers), Marine Engineering,
Fleet CNR Marketing Manager 3 SO2C
opening up new opportunities.
Martin continued: “We were
and regional security also mean Weapons Engineering,
Tel: 02392 727735
LIFE
selected by the Learning and Skills
ships and naval personnel have Communications, and Diving.
WITHOUT
served further afield. If you are interested in joining
Mil: 938027735 LIMITS
Council to be one of the training
providers in the Skills Account trial
The Navy of today is an the RNZN then go to the website
in the south-east of England.”
innovative and dynamic – www.navy.mil.nz/join-us/uk or
*Reservist Officers of these ranks may also be considered. Just email martinladd@
organisation that makes a give them a bell on +649 445
pitman-winchester.co.uk.
significant contribution, both in 5071.
New Zealand and overseas. This The RNZN Recruitment Team
maritime capability is delivered will be in Plymouth on October 7
through ships and people – and Portsmouth on October 15
and the ‘right’ people are the and Faslane on October 26.
Seconds out with
Editor of Sailing
the RFA
COULD you use the skills you have acquired in the Royal Navy in a
challenging second career with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)? Directions
We are currently recruiting for the following specialisations:
Salary £23,050 - £27,325 (Pay award pending)
■ Systems Engineer Offi cers
With a minimum of a Higher National Certificate in Electrical &
+ Civil Service Pension
Electronic Engineering or Electronic & Communications Engineering,
in addition to relevant RN experience, you could be one of our Systems
Engineer Officers.
The UK Hydrographic Office is the organisation behind the highly Republic, a Commonwealth state, or EEA nationals. Successful
Responsible for electronic systems from navigation to propulsion, you
successful Admiralty brand, providing comprehensive world applicants will require security clearance; you will therefore need to have
could be working in any part of the ship repairing faults and maintaining
coverage of navigational charts, digital products and services to the resided in the UK for a minimum of
equipment to the highest standard and keeping equipment such as
sonar, guns and rocket launchers operational.
mariner and international shipping.
5 years. Re-location expenses of up to £8,000 may be applicable.
RN Ratings with relevant experience will need to pass AIB and attend
This position will require you to create and maintain Sailing Directions, Please visit www.ukho.gov.uk for an information sheet
short courses at BRNC and HMS Sultan.
which need to be constantly updated. You will be responsible for and an application form. Alternatively, you can contact the
■ Medical Technicians
assessing navigationally significant information, liaising with other Recruitment Team at the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office,
As an RFA Medical Technician you would be responsible for
the provision of all aspects of emergency, primary and occupational
departments within the UKHO. You will build relationships with port Admiralty Way, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2DN.
healthcare on board RFA ships at sea worldwide. You will be used to
authorities, harbour masters and other Hydrographic Offices and advise Tel: +44 (0)1823 723353, e-mail: recruitment@ukho.gov.uk
working alone and unsupervised.
other branches within the operations department in the UKHO. To
Candidates should hold in-date Advanced Life Support, Defibrillation,
perform the role, you will need considerable experience in navigation pre-Hospital Care and First Aid Instructor qualifications. The ideal
and shipping, pay great attention to detail, exercise sound judgement candidates will be ex-RN Medical Branch Senior Rates.
and write coherently. You will have held an MCA Class 1 (Deck) For further information call 08456 04 05 20 or visit rfa.mod.uk.
Certificate of Competence, or, held the rank of Lieutenant Commander
(X) in the Royal Navy.
Salary increments up to £27,325 will be performance related and there
are promotion opportunities. This is a Ministry of Defence non-reserved
The MoD is an Equal Opportunities employer and seeks to
reflect the diverse community it serves. Applications are
post, for which applicants must be British citizens, citizens of the Irish
welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements.
With Government funding support
Enrolling now for IT Technical
PASS IT ON!
(A+; MCSA / MCSE / CISCO)
& Administration Diplomas (L3)
WE NEED YOUR EXPERIENCE IN RECRUITING
Offer applies SE England only.
Limited Availability – Apply NOW
The Captain of Naval Recruiting is currently seeking
RN and RM WOs, Senior Rates and SNCOs to work
Winchester Learning Centre (01962) 842266
as Careers Advisers in Armed Forces Careers Offices
Eastleigh Learning Centre (02380) 013253
around the UK. PITMAN Centre (Brighton) (01273) 220229
Enlist on full-time Reserve Service Limited
Commitment employment in a specific location.
LEAVING THE FULL-TIME
Initial three year contract with possible two
ROYAL NAVY?
year extension.
FTRS rates of pay apply (reviewed annually
and pensionable).
CA3 from £27,101 rising to CA1 up to £39,840 with
effect from 1 April 09.
THEN JOIN THE ROYAL NAVY RESERVES
AND GET MORE FROM LIFE
The Royal Navy Reserves can offer a whole range
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND ADVICE
of opportunities from travel to gaining new
qualifications - all while getting paid!
ON CURRENT VACANCIES PLEASE CALL
PSTN: 01929 403172 MIL: 94374 3172
To find out more contact:
T: 08456 07 55 55
OR VISIT ROYALNAVY.MOD.UK/RNR
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