VeVa Marinier Communicatie Specialist (COMMSPEC)

Introtekst Have you (almost) completed your VeVa training GROP level 2? Are you now looking for a position with the Dutch Ministry of Defence that fits this? As a Marine you are always willing to go to the limit. Wherever in the world you operate, you work as one team in the most diverse circumstances. As a Marine Communication Specialist (COMMSPEC) you are responsible for all digital and radio connections within your team so that communication during missions always runs flawlessly. What you will do As a Marine COMMSPEC you are an important link in every mission. You work with modern communication and IT systems that are essential for the safety and effectiveness of your unit. You ensure the setup and maintenance of the communication connections that are important for your unit, for example via radio or satellite. From requesting air support to medical evacuations, you make sure every message arrives. As a marine you take part in international peace operations of NATO and the United Nations. Within 48 hours you can be deployed anywhere in the world. In addition, you contribute to the defence of the Kingdom, including on Curaçao, Aruba and Sint Maarten. It is important that you are always ready for deployment. Physically and mentally you must therefore be prepared for everything. That is why you train intensively, both physically and mentally, in the most diverse circumstances: from the jungle to the polar region. In short: as a Marine you expand your world, literally and figuratively. Highlights of this position - Salary: your gross base salary, combined with allowances and favourable arrangements (such as pension, travel costs and health insurance reimbursement), results in a pleasant surprise in net terms. - Appointment bonus: after obtaining the technical training as a Communication Specialist you receive an extra 6,000 euros per year (for four years). - Work atmosphere: nowhere are you part of such a close-knit team of colleagues as at Defence. - Growth opportunities: Defence is not only an employer, but also a training institution where you can continuously develop yourself. Where you will work The motto of the Marine Corps is 'Qua Patet Orbis' — "as far as the world extends". You can be deployed anywhere in the world for peace operations or missions. Also during training you are often far from home: for example during mountain, winter or jungle training. To become a Marine COMMSPEC you first follow the training in Rotterdam. The marine training consists of a basic part — the Elementary Military Training Marines (EMV MARNS) — and a technical part — the First Vocational Training Marine General (EVO MARNALG). During this intensive period you alternate training weeks at the barracks with field exercises and an amphibious exercise on Texel. You develop strength, discipline and perseverance — and learn to operate under any circumstances, as part of a close-knit team. After successful completion you start the technical training as a Communication Specialist (COMMSPEC). Afterwards you go to work within the Signals occupational field, at one of the operational units in the Netherlands or on the Caribbean islands. MBO 2, MBO 3, MBO 4 You are between 17 and 28 years and 11 months old Glasses or contact lenses are not a problem You must be able to swim Your profile We train you at Defence Defence training Defence training Your career As a Marine Signals Service member you are responsible within your group for the communication connections during exercises and missions. A next step is the rank of Corporal Signals Service. You lead the marine 'signallers' within your unit. As a Sergeant in the Signals Service you have a leadership position within your unit. Attend an event View our events Do you want to truly get to know and experience Defence? During an event or webinar you get a better feel for the work, and of course you can ask all your questions. So schedule an introduction soon. Fitness To work at Defence, it is important that you have good physical fitness. That is why the physical test is an indispensable part of the application procedure. And to help you prepare well for this, we have developed special training schedules. Apply Your application Your application Your application Your application Your application Your application Your application at Defence consists of several parts. Discover the different application steps below. Amanda tells: this is how applying at Defence works €3,200 ~ €3,800 salary €6,000 bonus per year 23 ~ 30 days off per year Free driving licence Location: Den Helder, Den Hoorn, Doorn, Rotterdam Your starting salary depends on your age, education level and experience. As your knowledge and experience increase, your salary grows with you. On top of your salary, as a military member you also receive various structural and incidental allowances. The salaries listed on werkenbijdefensie.nl already include the VEB allowance. More info During your period of service (including your initial training) you also build up, in addition to your salary, an (gross) appointment bonus each year. You receive this at the end of your period of service, unless you wish to receive an advance in between. With a full employment contract, depending on your age, you are entitled to 23-30 days of leave per year. Do you have days left over? Then you may be able to carry them over to the following year under certain conditions. No driving licence yet? Get it free through Defence! We are happy to help you move forward, and not only when it comes to your career. If you join the Navy, Army, Air Force or Military Police, we can therefore pay for you to obtain your category B driving licence. More information about driving licences at Defence. VeVa Marine Communication Specialist (COMMSPEC) Contact Questions about this vacancy? We are happy to help you further Also interesting for you