Register your interest for future Maritime opportunities at Serco - Devonport

Register your interest for future Maritime and Defence opportunities at Serco 
His Majesty's Naval Base Devonport

Serco is a trusted partner to governments around the world, delivering essential services that safeguard national security and support defence operations. Our Maritime Division supports Royal Navy operations and maritime infrastructure across the United Kingdom. From maintaining fleet readiness to pioneering sustainable marine technologies, Serco is at the forefront of innovation and reliability in the UK’s maritime sector. You’ll work alongside experts who are committed to protecting nations and advancing maritime capability.We are continuously seeking talented individuals with expertise in Marine Engineering, Vessel Operations, and maritime technology to join our talent pool. By registering your interest, you’ll be among the first to hear about new roles across our Maritime contracts. 
This is your chance to be part of something bigger. What you do here will directly support and enable Royal Navy operations and military training at sea — contributing to the safety, security, and operational strength of the UK.

We offer a variety of rewarding careers at Serco from zero-hour contracts to full time.

Types of roles we recruit for: 

• Seafaring & Vessel Crew – This category includes hands-on roles aboard vessels, covering deck operations, engineering duties, and onboard support. Whether you are navigating, maintaining systems, or supporting crew welfare, these positions are vital to the safe and effective running of marine missions.

• Marine Engineering and Technical Services - These roles are responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of engineering & technical services. They include all maintenance activities, defect rectification, and vessel dry docking – ensuring vessel availability and capability for service delivery,

• Marine Operations and Leadership - These roles are responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of maritime services. They include operational planning, fleet coordination, port services, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams — ensuring smooth delivery of maritime operations across defence and commercial programmes.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from experienced maritime professionals and those transitioning from military service. Ex-Forces personnel are strongly encouraged to apply - your discipline, leadership, and operational insight are highly valued across our defence programmes. We are also proud to be signed up to The Armed Forces Military Covenant. 

What we offer:

•    Salary:  Competitive salaries with annual reviews
•    Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
•    Holidays: 25 days annual leave for shore based roles / equal time rotations for vessel roles
•    Unique work/life balance opportunity: for vessel based roles, in addition to equal time rotations, for those living locally - the advantage of being able to be at home for many nights of rostered on time
•    Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities which includes a wide selection of internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
•    Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime Healthline, wellbeing app, simply health cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
•    Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
•    Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
•    Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme

We value everyone for who they are and what they bring. As one of the top 1% of international employers, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, a signatory of the Women in Defence Charter, and a company that champions equal opportunity for all. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the process, just let us know — we are here to support you.

Impact a better future – apply today. 

Our inclusive recruitment commitment:
We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

• Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
• Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).

For confidential enquiries about this role, please contact MyHR via the portal. 

Please ensure your line manager is aware of your application.