2026 naval service marine engineer cadetship at Cpl Resources

Position 2026 naval service marine engineer cadetship
Posted 28 Feb 2026
Expired 30 Mar 2026
Company Cpl Resources
Location Cork | IE
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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2026 Naval Service Marine Engineer Cadetship Applications are now open for the 2026 Naval Service Marine Engineer Cadetship. This cadetship prepares individuals morally, mentally, and physically for their role as leaders in the Naval Service. Throughout the programme, cadets are instilled with the organisations core values of respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, moral courage, and integrity. As a Naval Service Marine Engineer Cadet, you will undergo world-class training to develop the skills required for leadership and engineering operations at sea. This is a unique opportunity to serve your country while embarking on a challenging and rewarding career. Why Apply? Comprehensive leadership and marine engineering training Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for career advancement and global deployments A role that makes a real difference in national and maritime security Who Can Apply? We are seeking individuals who are: Dedicated and disciplined Ready to embrace leadership and teamwork in a naval environment Committed to upholding the values of the Defence Forces Eligibility Requirements to Join the Cadetship Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the closing date of application. You will be required to provide proof of your age if you progress to the next stage of the competition. You must be at least 5ft 2in (157.48 cm) in height to be eligible. You will be measured during the selection process. No tattoos are to be visible above the collar while serving in the Defence Forces. This will be checked during the selection process, and you may not proceed if you have visible tattoos above your collar. Applicants must meet the working permit eligibility criteria to serve as part of the Defence Forces (i.e. you must have a minimum of 5 years eligibility to stay in Ireland). You will be required to provide proof of working permit with your application. Applicants must meet medical, physical, and security clearance standards, which will be assessed during the recruitment process. Educational Qualifications School Leaver or Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and Grade O4 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H6 in 3 Higher Level papers. (Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes.) Subject Requirements: Mathematics: Must include a minimum of Grade H4 Higher Level paper OR a Grade H4 in Applied Maths plus a Grade H5 in Maths. Irish: Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. English: Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Candidates must have achieved the minimum requirements to commence Marine Engineering in the NMCI (e.g. 227 CAO Points in 2026). Candidates who have achieved the minimum requirements to commence Mechanical Engineering in MTU (e.g. 466 CAO Points in 2026) will commence this course of training instead. Candidates must also have attained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and a minimum of Grade O4 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H6 in 3 Higher Level papers. A candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. A School Leaver applicant who has undertaken or is undertaking a Marine Engineering Level 7 of the NFQ, may be facilitated in continuing their training to complete an engineering programme in Marine Engineering at Level 7 of the NFQ in a college nominated by the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service. Where a School Leaver applicant has undertaken or is undertaking a Level 8 NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the course of study meets the requirements, subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to: Defence Forces Recruitment Section Defence Forces Headquarters Department of Defence Station Road Newbridge, Co. Kildare W12 AD93 for the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Services determination. Graduate Candidates Graduate candidates must: Have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications, OR Have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 7 of the National Framework of Qualifications, from a recognised institution, in Marine Engineering. Application Deadline Sunday 8th March 2026 Apply for the 2026 Naval Service Electrical Engineer Cadetship today. For detailed information about the Cadetship, please refer to the Terms and Conditions. Benefits: Paid Holidays Canteen Gym Parking Pension Educational assistance Permanent Health Insurance

Job Info:

  • Company: Cpl Resources
  • Position: 2026 naval service marine engineer cadetship
  • Work Location: Cork
  • Country: IE

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