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RYA Northern Ireland is recruiting for three new board director positions — two independent directors and one nominated director — to help deliver its Navigating the Future strategy. The board is particularly keen to hear from people with skills or…
CalMac has welcomed 16 young people for the Modern Apprentices programme, from across Scotland's western coastal communities, as they begin their careers with the company, which operates along the long, rugged coast, stretching from Arran in the Firth of Clyde to Lewis in the Outer Hebrides
The start of the next generation of CalMac seafarers has been embarked on their maritime careers after landing a berth on the Scottish domestic ferry operator's Modern Apprenticeship scheme. A total of sixteen young people from Scotland's west coast communities…
Ongoing recruitment drive, so far 160 new colleagues have joined Navantia UK this year, across the shipyards and facilities of Appledore, Arnish, Belfast, Methil and in addition to Bristol and London offices. Teams are working on a major naval contract for the UK’s Royal Fleet Auxiliary, ship repair, commercial exports, offshore energy fabrication, backed by £157m plus investment.
Navantia UK has launched a recruitment drive for its largest shipyard, Harland & Wolff, Belfast Harbour, as it continues to expand the workforce delivering major naval shipbuilding programmes. The company is recruiting 28 skilled workers in total. This will involve 21…
Regulatory Waters — A view of Dún Laoghaire Marina looking north. The Irish Marine Federation is a member of European Boating Industry, which is recruiting a new Regulatory Affairs Officer in Brussels
European Boating Industry (EBI), whose members include the Irish Marine Federation, is recruiting for a newly created position as Regulatory Affairs Officer based in Brussels. The new role will focus on advocacy and regulatory issues affecting the recreational boating industry,…
Civil Defence is a Branch of the Department of Defence responsible for the overall strategic direction of Civil Defence in Ireland, and for the delivery of training, on a national basis. Civil Defence provides a support service to the following…
City Splash — Canoes, hydrobikes and a traditional Irish currach take to the River Liffey beside Dublin's Samuel Beckett Bridge as HQ2O Watersports prepares to launch its new urban adventure hub.
Job Title: Water Sports General Manager Location: HQ2O Watersports, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1 Reports To: CEO Employment Type: Full-time, permanent role Salary: Competitive – Based on Experience and relevant qualifications Job Summary: Operated by Swan Leisure, HQ2O Watersports is a new urban water sports…
Ocean Impact — Sea-Changers seeks its first Executive Director to lead UK marine conservation efforts, strengthen partnerships and support community-led projects protecting coastal environments.
Sea-Changers has launched a search for its first Executive Director. The move marks a shift from a volunteer-led structure to a more sustainable organisation with a dedicated staff team. The charity said the role comes at a “key point” in…
The Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) is a Division of the Department of Transport. Its mission is to deliver a world class search and rescue, maritime casualty, and pollution response service. A vacancy now exists for a Quality & Risk Management…
The Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) is a Division of the Department of Transport. Its mission is to deliver a world class search and rescue, maritime casualty, and pollution response service. A vacancy now exists for a Health & Safety Officer…
Scottish west coast and isles operator CalMac has more than eight times as many women in its workforce as the global average. The ferry firm is now looking for new apprenticeships.
Female apprentices at Scottish ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) have shown their enthusiasm for the role after the company recruited a record number of women to train in deck and engine roles. The Clyde and Hebridean operator, owned by the…
Marine Industry Salary Survey 2026
Salary is now the leading factor for professionals when considering a new role in the UK marine or maritime sectors. That’s according to a new report from UK recruitment firm Marine Resources that sets out the latest trends in pay,…
A fisheries officer on patrol with Inland Fisheries Ireland’s detection dog, Uschi
Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has launched a new national recruitment drive to hire 66 temporary staff. A total of 47 seasonal fisheries officers and 19 fisheries research assistants are to be deployed across 16 counties from April. Starting salaries of…
BAS researchers and support staff work in extreme Antarctic conditions, keeping vital polar science and daily life running smoothly.
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is hiring for roles at its research stations in Antarctica, offering skilled workers a unique opportunity to live and work at the end of the Earth. Vacancies include carpenters, chefs, plumbers, boat handlers, scuba divers,…
NMCI 2026 Seafarers’ Conference announcement at Quilty, Co. Clare with Chelsey Minehane, Minister Dooley, Dr Paul Hegarty, and Capt Brian FitzGerald
The National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI) has announced its fifth annual Seafarers’ Conference. It will be held on 19 March 2026 at the NMCI campus in Ringaskiddy in Cork Harbour. The announcement was made in Quilty, Co. Clare by…
File image of Dublin Bay Cruises’ vessel St Bridget
Dublin Bay Cruises are seeking a captain for their vessel St Bridget from March 2026. The St Bridget is a 27-meter steel hull vessel with capacity to carry 96 passengers and four crew. It operates seven cruises in Dublin Bay…
Science Week 9-16 November 2025 Supported by Research Ireland
The Marine Institute is marking Science Week 2025 throughout November with a month-long celebration, showcasing the diverse careers that support Ireland’s marine environment and blue economy. Aligned with Science Week's national theme ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’, the campaign explores how marine…