Ship Control Instructor

Description

Our client, a leading provider of specialist defence training, is seeking an experienced Operations Instructor (Ship Control) to join their team based at HMNB Clyde within the Astute Training Facility. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an exciting opportunity to deliver world-class training and share your expertise in submarine operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction on Astute Class Ship Control systems, providing subject matter expertise, and supporting the ongoing development of technical training materials.

Working Hours

This is a full-time, onsite position. Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday, 08:00-16:30, and Friday, 08:00-13:00, totalling 37 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Ship Control Training (SCT) to students with a wide range of experience levels, ensuring all training meets prescribed standards and contractual requirements.

Support the delivery of associated courses, including Astute Class Familiarisation training.

Provide subject matter expertise (SME) for courseware review, maintenance, and updates in collaboration with the Training Design team.

Evaluate technical data and notifications of change, identifying their impact on existing courseware and ensuring updates are implemented as required.

Complete all associated administrative and reporting activities related to training delivery.

Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.

Support additional training or course development activities as required by the management team.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Comprehensive knowledge and recent hands-on experience of submarine Ship Control systems.

Experience in Submarine Control Room management.

Qualified Warrant Officer or Senior Rating with significant relevant experience in the Royal Navy Submarine Service.

Previous experience delivering technical or operational training.

Recent sea experience on Astute Class submarines.

Defence Trainer Course (DTc), Defence Train The Trainer (DTTT), or equivalent teaching qualification.

Desirable Experience

Sound knowledge of submarine Ship Control operations, ideally on Astute Class submarines.

Comprehensive understanding of Ship Control Training delivery and methodology.

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and instructional skills.

Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced submariner with recent Astute Class operational experience who is passionate about developing others and contributing to the next generation of Royal Navy capability.

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please submit your CV or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion.

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