Marine based Jobs and Careers
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…
Quality & Risk Management Systems Officer in the Irish Coast Guard, Department of Transport
1st April 2026 Jobs
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…
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…
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,…
Inland Fisheries Ireland Launches New Recruitment Drive for 66 Seasonal Posts
4th February 2026 Jobs
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Marine Institute Celebrates Science Week With ‘Oceans of Careers’ Video Series
30th October 2025 Jobs
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…
Meitheal Mara, the community boatyard in Cork Harbour, is looking for a Water Activities Assistant Manager and Trainer (Part-Time, Cork City). Founded in 1993, Meitheal Mara is a maritime cultural organisation on the River Lee in Cork city. The role involves supporting…
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Marine Accident Investigators (Technical) in the Marine Accident Investigation Unit, Ireland
3rd October 2025 Jobs
The Marine Accident Investigation Unit (MAIU), an independent investigation unit to be established within the Department of Transport in Ireland, will be responsible for the investigation of all types of marine accidents to, or on board, Irish vessels worldwide and…
Kinsale Yacht Club is currently recruiting for an ambitious and innovative Club Manager. Applicants should have worked in a similar environment, or in the hospitality industry; be used to dealing with members; be adaptable; and be able to manage and…
Galway RNLI is looking to fill a number of volunteer roles including new trainee lifeboat crew, additional launch authority positions and a new lifeboat operations manager. For the past 30 years the Galway RNLI crew has provided search and rescue…
Watch Officers in the Irish Coast Guard at its Marine Rescue Coordination Centres
21st August 2025 Jobs
The Irish Coast Guard (IRCG), a Division of the Department of Transport and a principal emergency service, has vacancies for Watch Officers at its three Marine Rescue Coordination Centres in Dublin, Valentia, Co. Kerry and Malin Head, Co. Donegal. The…
Marine Accident Investigators (Seafarers) in the Marine Accident Investigation Unit
12th August 2025 Jobs
The Marine Accident Investigation Unit (MAIU), an independent investigation unit to be established within the Department of Transport will be responsible for the investigation of all types of marine accidents to, or on board, Irish vessels worldwide and other vessels…
