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Royal navy careers

Much more than a 9-5. Adventure, challenge and the chance to push beyond your limits.

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Discover your potential

Travel the world. Make friends for life. Develop skills you never knew you had. And go places you never imagined. Could you be made in the Royal Navy?
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Earn while you learn

Being in the Royal Navy means getting stuck in from the start, gaining qualifications you never thought possible, and getting paid for it from day one of training.

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Find your place

A career in the Royal Navy can take you as far as you want, and you can get further than you ever imagined. Ready to start your journey?

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Friends for life

Whether you join for the kit, the career or the travel, there's one thing that's guaranteed - your crewmates will become your best mates.

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"Every day is different – one minute you're on a ship in the middle of the ocean, the next you’re helping in a humanitarian crisis. It’s unpredictable but that’s what makes it worth it"

Sam

Engineering

Choose your profession

Your future in the Royal Navy is in your hands. With several professions to choose from, you can pursue what interests you most.
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Warfare

Get into the thick of the action. Identify targets and threats, and analyse,plan and execute essential global operations.

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Healthcare and Medical

Combine medicine and adventure by providing expert care in NHS hospitals, on ships at sea and in war zones.
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Logistics and Catering

The backbone of the Royal Navy, ensuring the delivery of essential food, supplies, HR and hospitality.
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Engineering

Work with some of the most state-of-art technology on the planet and ensure it's ready and reliable in any situation
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Royal Marines

Join the world’s top amphibious force and wear the coveted green beret.

Pay and Benefits

Earn More. See More. Do More.

In the Royal Navy, your hard work is rewarded with pay, perks, and experiences that go far beyond a regular job.

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From the moment you join, you'll enjoy benefits that make life at sea - and on shore - truly rewarding:

  • Competitive pay that rises as you progress
  • Six weeks of paid leave every year to recharge
  • Free medical and dental care to keep you at your best
  • Subsidised food and accommodation wherever you're based
  • Pension and family support for peace of mind

Want to earn even more? Explore a career in the Submarine Service for a minimum £5k joining bonus, higher salary and pay for time at sea.

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Other ways to join

If you'd prefer a non-military or part-time role, there are plenty of options available in either the RFA or the Reserves.
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Royal Fleet Auxiliary

Build a civilian seafaring career at the heart of UK Defence, with continuous training and opportunities to explore the world – all with a unique ‘4 months on, 3 months off’ schedule. 
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Reserves

More skills. More adventure. More mates. Help protect our nation's interests without leaving your day job. 

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Find your place in the Royal Navy. Make friends for life, learn new skills and experience the world.

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