The Royal Navy - Mine Warfare Specialist Data Technician Apprenticeship
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Company: Royal Navy
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Location: Hampshire, PO2 8BY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,400.00 per year
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Sector: Digital
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Ref: NAS-1000255404
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Application Deadline Date: 01/06/2026
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Start Date: 02/06/2026
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Positions Available: 28
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Working Week: Shifts to be confirmed, total hours per week: 40.00
Brief Description
We need to make the seas safe. For our warships, for civilian ships, for everyone. And that’s where you come in. You’ll be at the heart of these missions whether they’re in a Mediterranean port, or on operations in the Persian Gulf. As a Mine Warfare Specialist you’ll lead the way for our fleet, clearing any mines in its path.
Training to be Provided
- By the end of your training you will be a qualified Mine Warfare Specialist (Data Technician) Level 3.
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if required.
Future Prospects
You’ll start your naval career as an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand 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
Vacancy Detail
You’ll make sure our missions are possible whatever they’re for, from delivering essential humanitarian aid, to embarking on conflict operations.
- Find mines using sonar, and then launch remote controlled mine disposal vehicles.
- Gain a wide range of skills, from basic seamanship to manning light weaponry.
- Be responsible for the safety of your ship and everyone on board.
- Stay quick thinking and focused at all times.
Other Information
No qualifications required – just that you pass a Recruit Test and are in a good state of health and fitness.