WOME

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Weapon Outfit Marine Engineer (WOME) to join their permanent team. This opportunity is ideal for those with experience in submarine weapon systems looking to contribute to nationally critical defence programmes while further developing their technical and professional capabilities. The role is flexible, offering a blend of office-based, client-site, and home working depending on project requirements, with locations available in Bristol, Plymouth, Glasgow, Barrow-in-Furness, or Warrington.

• Providing specialist engineering support to submarine weapon handling, stowage and launch systems
• Supporting the development, review, and upkeep of whole-boat and weapon-system safety cases
• Conducting hazard identification and risk assessments associated with weapon systems and high-energy equipment
• Supporting maintenance planning, availability periods, and defect resolution
• Reviewing technical documentation, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions
• Acting as an embedded technical authority within client teams across submarine classes
• Supporting future capability development, upgrades, and life-extension programmes
• Applying transferable skills to related domains such as surface ships, shore facilities, or wider defence and nuclear programmes

We are particularly interested in individuals with the following backgrounds and skills:

• Qualified Weapon Outfit Marine Engineers (WOME) with Royal Navy submarine experience
• Experience operating, maintaining, or assuring submarine weapon systems, WHLS, torpedo systems, or associated high-energy equipment
• Strong understanding of Safe Systems of Work, including:
  • Lockout-tagout (LOTO) and tag-out procedures
  • Explosives safety
  • Confined spaces safety
  • High-pressure systems
• Experience contributing to or reviewing safety cases and safety documentation
• Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g., HAZID, hazard logs, risk assessments)
• Comfortable operating in highly regulated, safety-critical environments
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or working towards professional registration

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects
• Professional development and career progression
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

If you have experience as a Weapon Outfit Marine Engineer and are looking for a new opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging consultancy or engineering support role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.