Meteorologist Officer (HAVO-WO)

Introductory text

Do you aspire to a future as a weatherman or weatherwoman? We offer a unique workplace, namely at the Navy! As a Meteorologist Officer, you will receive thorough training and then the opportunity to gain experience in various roles. Before you are appointed as a Meteorologist, you will receive officer training - besides being a Meteorologist, you are also a soldier. Sounds like something for you? Read on quickly!

What you will do

As a Meteorologist Officer in the Navy, you provide weather support for exercises and operations. You will use, among other things, model data, measurement systems, and GIS applications. You will monitor the current weather situation and the oceanographic situation, collect upper air data, and create EBDs (Environmental Briefing Dockets). You will also contribute and participate in the design of innovative systems for big data in the METEO field.

PLUS POINTS OF THIS FUNCTION

• Salary: your gross base salary, with allowances and our favorable travel expenses, pension, and health insurance schemes, will result in a pleasant net surprise.
• Work atmosphere: nowhere will you be part of such a close-knit team of colleagues as at Defence.
• Growth opportunities: Defence is, in addition to being an employer, also a large training institute where you can follow courses for personal and professional growth.

Note: There are various start dates throughout the year. After applying, you will receive a personal application file, which includes a reporting date. Please note: this is a fictional date and therefore incorrect. The start date for which you are eligible will be determined later. This depends, among other things, on the results of the fitness test, the psychological examination, the medical examination, and the security investigation, which are part of the application process. Once all these parts have been successfully completed, your start date will be discussed and confirmed.

Where you will work

You will work at the JMG (Joint Meteo Group) of the Air Force or the MEIC (Maritime Environmental Information Centre, part of Hydrography) of the Navy. You will participate in exercises and you should take into account that you may be deployed.

But before you start working, you will follow a Specialist Training at the Royal Institute for the Navy (KIM) in Den Helder (10 weeks), followed by the training to become a Metbriefer (6 months) at the Joint Meteo Group (JMG). After successfully completing your training, you will immediately begin your career as a Meteorologist Officer.

Meteorologist Officer (HAVO-WO) €3,850 ~ €4,250 salary €3,600 bonus per year 23 ~ 30 days off per year Get your driver's license for free Location: Den Helder, Hoogerheide Increase your chances Meteorologist Officer (HAVO-WO) What you will do These topics are frequently asked at the Defence Chatbot This is your team Rik Lin Maarten Technical Service Officer Bachelor Military Systems and Technology Non-commissioned Officer Mechanics NH90 This is what we offer you 6 items We will train you Application process This is you

Perhaps you are hesitating. We are not. We see not only who you are now but also who you can become. What you cannot do today, you will learn tomorrow. With good education, training, guidance, and a team that stands behind you.

Take the step How do I prepare?

Don't worry, we believe in you. At Defence, you will get everything you need to grow: good education, training, coaching, and a team that stands behind you. If it doesn't work out, we will help you further. Together we will look at where you do fit within Defence.

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