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Navigational Technology Lead

Maritime and Coastguard Agency

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 3rd November 2025

? Location: Southampton (Hybrid)

? Salary: £44,241 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

? Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

The post holder will be a technologically focused mariner embedded in the Navigation Team to act as the team’s focal point for knowledge and liaison on matters relating to current and emerging technologies. Working with the Nautical Policy Manager to assist and deputise when necessary in the Navigation Team’s responsibilities, including policy development, advice, and operational oversight of SOLAS Chapter V, COLREGs, and navigational safety within UK waters.

Top Responsibilities

* Act as the Navigation Team’s specialist on emerging and future maritime technologies, supporting the MCA’s vision for Maritime 2050 and beyond.

* Provide expert operational advice to guide the safe implementation and regulation of new navigation systems and MASS.

* Review safety cases, exemptions, and technical submissions relating to navigation technology and vessel operations.

* Collaborate with Maritime Future Technologies and Ships Standards to shape navigation policy and regulatory development.

* Represent the MCA nationally and internationally on SOLAS V, COLREGs, and navigation safety matters.

* Support categorisation of waters, marine licensing, and wider Navigation Team projects through applied navigational expertise.

Benefits

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here

* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).

* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.

* Access to the staff discount portal.

* Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.

* Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.

* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.

* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

About you

You will need the following experience:

* Experience and understanding of the maritime industry from working on board vessels and an understanding of relevant concepts of Navigation.

* Relevant knowledge and experience of current maritime technology with an awareness of upcoming developments within the marine industry.

* A Valid Passport.

And Either:

* MCA recognised STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch Unlimited Certificate of Competency or above. and;

* Qualification at Level 6 or above of the England, Wales and Northern Ireland register of Regulated Qualifications (e.g Degree, degree apprentice) or recognized equivalent, preferably with a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) element included in the syllabus.

Or:

* MCA recognised STCW II/2 Chief Officer or Masters Unlimited Certificate of Competency and;

* Qualification at Level 5 or above of the England, Wales and Northern Ireland register of Regulated Qualifications (e.g FdSc, DipHE, HND), or recognized equivalent, preferably with a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) element included in the syllabus.

How to Apply
? Read the full job description and apply at Civil Service Jobs using the link provided

This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Monday 3rd November 2025