The Royal Navy - Weapon Engineer Accelerated Apprentice (Submariner)
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
Duties and responsibilities will include:
Be a crucial part of one of our most respected and highly trained teams
- As a Weapon Engineer Submariner (WESM) you could be guaranteeing the efficiency of Spearfish torpedoes and Tomahawk missiles, or providing the nation's nuclear deterrent.
- Work on board a Vanguard Class submarine, ensuring the nation's nuclear deterrent is operational, or an Astute Class vessel where you'll be part of some highly classified hunter killer operations. Operate at the highest levels of the industry as you complete an accelerated scheme to become a nuclear engineer.
- After that, you can extend your service, apply to become a commissioned officer, or transfer your new skills to a career in the civilian sector.
Working week
Shifts to be confirmed.
Skills
Required qualifications
Training & development
By the end of your training you will be qualified as a Level 3 Maritime Electrical Fitter, equivalent to 2 A-Levels.
You can also gain academic qualifications such as GCSEs, A-levels, even a degree. As well as helping you develop your Royal Navy career, everything you achieve will be recognised and valued by future civilian employers.
You’ll start your naval career as a Probationary Leading Hand. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Petty Officer 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.
Things to consider
A quick thinker, with a passion for working with the latest equipment and technology. A problem-solver who can work well as part of a team. A real sense of adventure, with a high level of physical and mental fitness. Enthusiasm for fixing and maintaining electronic and mechanical systems.