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.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Job Requirements:

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

Benefits:

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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed