- Work on vessels at the forefront of our nation’s defence: a Vanguard class ballistic missile submarine (our nuclear deterrent) or an Astute class attack submarine
- Using a cutting-edge comms kit, you’ll be handling extremely confidential data, including highly classified intelligence and personally sensitive crew mate information
- Operate, maintain, diagnose and repair global communication systems, to guarantee the safe transmission of information
- Find a solution to whichever problem comes your way, working with your team in challenging environments and high-pressure situations
Training
- By the end of your apprenticeship, you will be a qualified Comms Specialist (Submariner) – Maritime Mechanical & Electrical Mechanic Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required
What happens at the end
- You’ll start your naval career as an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand and beyond. If you show the right commitment, skills and academic ability, you could become a Commissioned Officer. Members of the Royal Navy are promoted on merit. Work hard and you can rise through the ranks
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- GCSE Math and English (grade GCSE Level C/4) - desired
Key details
- Wage: £20,400 a year
- Working week: Shifts to be confirmed.
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Duration: 3 Years
- Start date: 2030-08-02
- Closing date: 2030-08-01
- Apprenticeship standard: Information communications technician (level 3)
- Training provider: ROYAL NAVY
About the employer
The Royal Navy (RN) is responsible for the protection of British interests at home and around the World. 95% of all world trade passes through the high seas and every year Britain imports £524 billion worth of goods. The RN takes an active part in the protection of British Shipping. Around the United Kingdom the RN protects vital fishing stocks by monitoring fishing activities in our waters. We recruit throughout the year, so please ignore Key Dates
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The Royal Navy - Comms, Info Specialist (Submariner) - L3 ICT (Digital Comms Tech) Apprentice in Portsmouth employer: Royal Navy
The Royal Navy offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment at HMS Collingwood, Fareham, where you can make a significant impact by training the next generation of CIS(T) Maintainers. With a strong emphasis on professional development, safety, and quality, employees benefit from tailored training programmes and opportunities to contribute to modernised course development. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation, ensuring your skills are honed in a prestigious and mission-driven organisation.
