Assistant Maritime Warfare Instructor

About the role

Serco is recruiting an Assistant Maritime Warfare Instructor to support the delivery of high-quality maritime warfare training within the Bridge Training Faculty. Working in the Navigation and Synthetic Warfare Training Team, you will support bridge warfare training using simulation systems, operate and prepare simulators, and contribute to training materials and course improvements. The role blends technical expertise with hands-on training delivery, keeping learning safe, engaging and aligned with Defence requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Support delivery of bridge warfare training using simulation systems
• Operate and prepare bridge simulators for realistic training scenarios
• Provide tactical communications and whole-of-ship emulation during exercises
• Contribute to the development of training materials and course improvements
• Maintain compliance with Defence and Serco training standards
• Take part in debriefs and the continuous improvement of training outcomes

Required profile

• Experience as an RAN sailor in a bridge or operations room environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Ability to stay organised and deliver quality work under pressure
• Experience or interest in training delivery or instructional roles
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of trust and responsibility
• Able to achieve and maintain a defence security clearance of NV1 or higher

Required skills

• Confidence using Microsoft Office and working in structured environments
• Simulation systems experience, or willingness to learn them

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development through further education support and internal progression
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programs
• Inclusive transition pathway from defence and favourable veteran benefits