Nuclear Watchkeeper

Nuclear Watchkeeper

Location:

Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute

Onsite or Hybrid:
On Site

Job Title:

Nuclear Watchkeeper

Role Type:
Full time / Permanent - Part-time and flexible working arrangements will also be considered

Role

Day‑to‑day you’ll be:

• Delivering classroom and simulator‑based training to Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operators and Marine Engineering Equipment Maintainers.
• Collaborating with training designers to update courseware in line with technical changes.
• Delivering additional safety training (Confined Space, Working at Height) to students outside the ACTS programme.
• Providing subject matter expertise to evaluate technical data and course content.
• Supporting the routine review and revision of training materials.

The role is full time (37 hours per week) and is based on site at HMNB Clyde Faslane. Part‑time roles and alternative working arrangements may be discussed. A relocation package may be available, subject to eligibility.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Naval Nuclear Steam Raising Plant operation.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Recent hands‑on experience in this field with up‑to‑date technical skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire learners.

• Royal Navy Submarine Service:
  Category A, B or C Watchkeeping Qualification

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva Digi Care+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading – ability to buy additional leave or sell up to one working week of annual leave (window February to March)
• ‘Be Kind Day’ – one paid day’s leave annually to undertake volunteering work with a chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know.