Naval Service: Direct Entry - Operations Branch Officer

Irish Defence Forces • Cork, Cork, Ireland • Posted June 24, 2026

Location Cork, Cork
Job Type perm
Category Military Officer Special and Tactical Operations Leaders
Posted June 24, 2026
<p>The Naval Service is the State's principal seagoing agency with a general responsibility to meet contingent and actual maritime defence requirements.</p> <p>We are now recruiting qualified candidates to join as Direct Entry Operations Branch Officers. In this leadership role, you’ll play a central part in ship operations, safety and mission execution — from navigation to command. If you're ready for a career with purpose, challenge and variety, apply now.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <ul> <li>As an Operations Branch Officer, you are responsible for the overall running and operational readiness of a Naval Service vessel.</li> <li>Duties include Bridge Watchkeeping, overseeing safe navigation, monitoring maritime ...

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