Ship Control Instructor

251000041

£45,000 - £470,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute

Engineering And Technical

Posted 53 minutes ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Job Title: Ship Control Instructor
Location: Faslane, Helensburgh
Salary: £45,000–£47,000 + Excellent Benefits
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: This position is based fully on-site, working a 37-hour week within a secure naval environment.

Shape the Future of Submarine Operations

We are supporting a major defence training provider in the recruitment of a Ship Control Instructor. This role plays a vital part in developing Royal Navy personnel at  key submarine training facility near Helensburgh.

You will use your expertise in Astute-class submarine control systems to deliver world class training, directly contributing to operational readiness and the safety of the UK’s submarine fleet.

What's In It For You? 
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Matched pension scheme & life assurance
  • Digital healthcare & annual wellbeing checks
  • Professional fees paid
  • Share scheme participation & employee discounts
  • Additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
  • Option to buy/sell annual leave
  • Paid volunteering day
  • Strong development pathways & wellbeing support
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver specialist ship control training using advanced simulation facilities
  • Support trainees at varying competency levels
  • Provide SME input into training design and programme updates
  • Review technical data and respond to change requirements
  • Ensure training quality, compliance, and performance standards are met
Experience Required:
  • Strong operational knowledge of submarine control room activities
  • Served within the Royal Navy Submarine Service
  • Experience managing control systems operations
  • Instructional experience (advantageous)
  • Recent Astute-class experience (desirable)
Qualifications:
  • Senior Rating or Warrant Officer background
  • DTC / DTTT qualification is beneficial
Security Requirements

Applicants must be eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance in line with UK Government criteria.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to transition into a rewarding training role while staying close to core submarine operations, we want to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.