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Navy - Hydrographic, Meteorological and Oceanographic Specialists
Hey all,
I'm considering becoming a Hydrographic, Meteorological and Oceanographic Specialist in the Royal Navy.
I have searched but I can't find any threads on the role.
More information can be found here:
http://www.careers.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/hydrographic_meteorological_and_oceanographic_specialist.php
It seems like a really good job, that interests me, and I really think that this is my sort of thing. I was just wondering what you guys think, and if any of you have ever applied, or are one of these people.
I've just finished my AS levels and I am awaiting my results tomorrow. I chose English Language, Geography, Politics, English Literature and RE.
For GCSE I got 2 A's, 4 B's, 3 C's, and a D.
It says in the information pack that you need no qualifications, so that's a bonus for me. I don't think I'm going to get the grades to go to university, so I feel that this role, would offer me the chance to get more qualifications etc.
Anyway, I can't think of anything else to say!
So thanks,
EagleHawk
I'm considering becoming a Hydrographic, Meteorological and Oceanographic Specialist in the Royal Navy.
I have searched but I can't find any threads on the role.
More information can be found here:
http://www.careers.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/hydrographic_meteorological_and_oceanographic_specialist.php
It seems like a really good job, that interests me, and I really think that this is my sort of thing. I was just wondering what you guys think, and if any of you have ever applied, or are one of these people.
I've just finished my AS levels and I am awaiting my results tomorrow. I chose English Language, Geography, Politics, English Literature and RE.
For GCSE I got 2 A's, 4 B's, 3 C's, and a D.
It says in the information pack that you need no qualifications, so that's a bonus for me. I don't think I'm going to get the grades to go to university, so I feel that this role, would offer me the chance to get more qualifications etc.
Anyway, I can't think of anything else to say!
So thanks,
EagleHawk
It's an interesting job - of your AS levels, geography is obviously the most relevant - imagine yourself being a professional geographer and see if you still like the idea. It's a job where you have to be comfortable with detail and accuracy and 'science' stuff.
It's also the sort of job where you will be working in a big team of like-minded people when on a survey ship, but have to be comfortable in a more individual role, being a specialist advisor, when posted to other ships and shore establishments.
Your results so far are pretty decent, quite likely to be at the top end of the intake of a trade that requires no qualifications. If you are carrying on with 3/4/5 A2s then you ought to consider your options wrt university and officer entry.
It's also the sort of job where you will be working in a big team of like-minded people when on a survey ship, but have to be comfortable in a more individual role, being a specialist advisor, when posted to other ships and shore establishments.
Your results so far are pretty decent, quite likely to be at the top end of the intake of a trade that requires no qualifications. If you are carrying on with 3/4/5 A2s then you ought to consider your options wrt university and officer entry.
If the idea of making charts and the likes is what you're about then you'll love it.
A point worth noting - you may have seen WARSHIP, with all it's thousand odd ship's company... On the larger ships it's a lot less close-knit; some you'll know, a lot more you won't as everyone has a role to play and not all roles, or the people who carry them out, get to know each other. On the hydro's however, it's a much smaller team, whereby you really do have to have teamwork in you. There aren't too many ships that the oceano's and hydro's can go on, with the two most notable ones being ROEBUCK (In the Guzz a few weeks back) and SCOTT; the others being ECHO and Enterprise and the big red-hulled ENDURANCE which you'll only see if you're down about the icey places!
Not sure what anyone can say for you - the only thing that matters is if you'rei nterested in it; at the end of the day it's your life and your choice what you want to do with it. For me it's airplanes, for you it might be meteorology - just whatever floats your boat. Certainly go down to an AFCO near you and see what they're saying, even if it turns out not to be what you thought it was, atleast you'll have tried.
On the point f getting qualifications: the RN are very proactive in getting you as many pieces of paper as they can, to help you out in civvie street when you eventually leave - just passing through basic training gets you core skills or something! It used to be the case where you just learned things how the Navy taught it - the courses tend to be slightly different now, where you'll find yourself thinking "what the hell is this", "how is this applied to what I'm doing" - but it's all part of the bigger picture, and at the end, is somehow linked towards getting civilian ecognised qualifications.
All the best with whatever you choose.
A point worth noting - you may have seen WARSHIP, with all it's thousand odd ship's company... On the larger ships it's a lot less close-knit; some you'll know, a lot more you won't as everyone has a role to play and not all roles, or the people who carry them out, get to know each other. On the hydro's however, it's a much smaller team, whereby you really do have to have teamwork in you. There aren't too many ships that the oceano's and hydro's can go on, with the two most notable ones being ROEBUCK (In the Guzz a few weeks back) and SCOTT; the others being ECHO and Enterprise and the big red-hulled ENDURANCE which you'll only see if you're down about the icey places!
Not sure what anyone can say for you - the only thing that matters is if you'rei nterested in it; at the end of the day it's your life and your choice what you want to do with it. For me it's airplanes, for you it might be meteorology - just whatever floats your boat. Certainly go down to an AFCO near you and see what they're saying, even if it turns out not to be what you thought it was, atleast you'll have tried.
On the point f getting qualifications: the RN are very proactive in getting you as many pieces of paper as they can, to help you out in civvie street when you eventually leave - just passing through basic training gets you core skills or something! It used to be the case where you just learned things how the Navy taught it - the courses tend to be slightly different now, where you'll find yourself thinking "what the hell is this", "how is this applied to what I'm doing" - but it's all part of the bigger picture, and at the end, is somehow linked towards getting civilian ecognised qualifications.
All the best with whatever you choose.
Reply 3
If you think your interested in it why not contact the Navy and see if you can get a visit or two sorted out? Ask specifically to speak to people working within that trade/branch - both at seaman and officer level, preferably in a couple of different specific roles within the trade group, and try to arrange to have a tour of at least one ship and one station. That may offer you a greater insight into the role. Just try and remember they will try and sell the senior service to you, the military is a great life but it's not for everyone. Take a list of questions with you too.
Reply 4
I've recently gone down the navy recruitment road and during it I went on an acquaint. If you pop down your local AFCO ask if you can take an aquaint or one of the navy days. It should give you a good insight into what the job is all about and give you a clearer picture of what you want.
Reply 5
You could try posting in a Navy forum as well as here (not trying to get rid of you) you might be able to find someone who actually does the job and can tell you what their experiences are.
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
Reply 6
As a serving officer, I would recommend you aim for a degree and join as an officer - the results you have achieved so far would indicate that is within your potential. However, as you're probably well aware, academic prowess is not the only requirement. Whether joining in the ranks or as an officer, you will still have to go through a substantial chunk of general training before you are able to specialise, which could take several years to complete so be aware that you won't be leaping straight into the Metoc environment. However, during that time you might also find another trade that floats your boat such as submariner (should that be sinks your boat) or surface warfare. Good luck with whatever you decide on.
Reply 7
Original post by OldSubmariner
OldSubmariner,
I am applying for the officer role currently. I have decided not to go to university but my A-levels were:
Maths & mechanics B
Physics C
Geology B
Chemistry (AS) B
Will it be held against me that I'm choosing not to go to university?
Original post by jaketimo
OldSubmariner,
I am applying for the officer role currently. I have decided not to go to university but my A-levels were:
Maths & mechanics B
Physics C
Geology B
Chemistry (AS) B
Will it be held against me that I'm choosing not to go to university?
The thread has been dead for 6 years. You've got little hope of getting an answer from him.
If you want specific RN answers then you're better off going to RumRations, the Navy's own web forum.
In a broad sense, no, you won't be looked down on, but have an answer ready for if you're asked.
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