logistics
Soldier
Regular

Mariner

Want to experience a maritime career in the Army? Join us a Mariner and get training, qualifications and an incredible role that could take you round the world.

Starting salary
£26,334
Age range
16.6 to 35.6

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Role details

Entry Requirements

Age

To apply for this position, you must be between 16 years & 6 months old and 35 years & 6 months old at the time of your application.

Fitness

Mid Thigh Pull 50kg
Medicine Ball Throw 2.7m
2km run 11 min 30 sec

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Education

2x GCSE Grade A–C/9-4, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C, in Maths and English Language

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About the Role

Becoming an RLC Mariner means working outdoors on the water, all over the world. You need to be able to think on your feet, even in the most challenging of situations and be able to work well under pressure. Acting as part of a vessel’s crew, you will form part of the vessels watch, helping with navigational safety, stability and security. Your role is also essential to the safety of your vessel, crew mates, passengers and cargo.

We often work alongside the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and in support of the Royal Marines, carrying out real-life tasks such as hurricane and disaster relief in and around the Caribbean.

Aside from seamanship, there are also opportunities to get involved in the huge array of sports represented within the Army, as well as all forms of Adventurous Training - from Alpine skiing and snowboarding to ice climbing and scuba diving.

Key Responsibilities

Primarily based in Marchwood, Southampton, you’ll work on either a Mexeflote, Combat Support Boat or Workboat.
Form part of a crew responsible for the maintenance, security and upkeep of the vessel, as well as lifesaving equipment.
Opportunities to travel all over the world - wherever the vessels are called on to operate.
Complete a Level 3 Workboat Apprenticeship Standard with associated MCA and RYA certification.
Earn your category B Driving Licens

Training

Step 1
You'll start with your initial military training which teaches you how to be a soldier, covering everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle.

If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do basic military training (short) course at Harrogate.
If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years and 6 months), you’ll do the regular adult basic training.

Step 2
Next, you will begin your 13-week Mariner Class 3 Seamanship course and start your Level 3 apprenticeship in Marchwood. You will also visit the Defence School of Logistics in Worthy Down to complete other course modules, such as Catering and Logistics Foundation. You will earn your category B driving license at the Defence School of Transport

Step 3
Once your training is complete, you will work primarily in Marchwood and have the opportunity to gain driving licenses if required.