Carpenter - Irish Naval Service
Job Description
Direct Entry – Hull Artificer
Please note: You will be based onsite at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork.
We are now accepting applications for Direct Entry Hull Artificers. Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the operational effectiveness of the Naval Service fleet.
About the Role
- As a Hull Artificer (Carpenter) in the Irish Naval Service, you will:
- Learn to manage, maintain, and crew the ship while ensuring its operational readiness.
- Be trained to take on the responsibilities of a Hull Artificer at sea, contributing to the safety and maintenance of the fleet.
- Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and structural integrity of the vessel's hull, fittings, and associated systems.
- Play a key role in ensuring ships remain seaworthy and structurally sound, ensuring optimal operational effectiveness under all conditions.
- Participate in emergency response situations, including firefighting and damage control duties.
Requirements
- Citizenship: Irish citizen or legally entitled to work in Ireland
- Character & Fitness: Must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standards
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 39 years of age on the date of application
- Qualifications (or equivalent):
- o HETAC Level 7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with business
- o National Craft Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery
- o National Craft Certificate in Cabinet Making/Wood Manufacturing and Finishing
- o National Craft Certificate in Shipwright
- o Or national equivalents, subject to approval by the Naval Service
Recruitment Process
Includes a fitness test, competency-based interview, medical exam, and Garda vetting
Location: All assessments conducted at the Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork
Salary & Benefits
Basic Salary: €49,543 with yearly increments
Naval Service Allowance: Approx. €20,570
Overseas Service Allowance: Starting at €15,000 per annum, in addition to your salary
Apply now for the 2026 Naval Service intake
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