Hydrography and Meteorology Specialist

Your email will include a link to the full application form. Once you’re happy to proceed, simply complete it online. It takes about 15 minutes and you’ll need to provide some basic information, including any medical conditions or criminal convictions.

When you apply for a role in the Royal Navy, we’ll ask you to complete an online psychometric assessment. These tests allow us to assess your aptitude in a way that is consistent, fair, and transparent. They are designed to measure your suitability and how well your abilities align with the careers we offer.

Being prepared will help you perform at your best. The Defence Aptitude Assessment (DAA) includes six multiple-choice tests, each focusing on different skills. To get ready, you can use our practice tests as often as you like to build familiarity and confidence before taking the real assessment.

A formal Selection Interview to confirm suitability of your chosen Profession followed by discussion of your preferred roles that are available within that Profession, including Submarine Service It will also cover the initial stages of the Security application. This is normally conducted using your own device over the Shine video platform.

Learn more about the interview.

This is conducted at one of our Candidate Preparation Centres and will include a Fitness and Medical Assessment.

Once you’ve passed all eligibility criteria, including a Security Check, you’ll be offered a place at HMS Raleigh to commence your initial training. Allocation to a specific role within your chosen profession will occur during the latter part of initial training.