Chief of Staff of Óglaigh na hÉireann
The Transfer of Appointment (TOA) ceremony for the Chief of Staff of Óglaigh na hÉireann took place at McKee Barracks, marking the handover from Lieutenant General Seán Clancy to Brigadier General Rossa Mulcahy. The transition was carried out with the approval of the Government and was officiated by the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Simon Harris.
7th Infantry Battalion
Congratulations to members of the 7 Inf Bn who graduated from the City of Dublin FET College, Rathmines College. 14 members of the battalion graduated in the Mansion House with two QQI Level 5 awards in Communications and Personal & Professional Development from the Skills for Work Course.
Well done to all our new graduates (pictured in main image).
Defence Forces Dive Group
Members of the Defence Forces Dive Group participate in helicasting training drills with an Irish Air Corps AW139. This demanding drill involves jumping from a low-hovering aircraft into water, simulating rapid insertion into maritime environments. It enhances coordination between the Dive Group and Air Corps, building critical skills for real-life missions such as search and rescue.
126th Infantry Battalion
On Thursday, 5th June, the 126 Inf Bn Engineers conducted a Clearance Patrol on the perimeter of Camp Shamrock UNP 2-45. This operation ensures a safe and secure environment for all IRISHPOLBATT personnel.
RECRUITMENT IN IRISH DEFENCE FORCES
Army Recruit - General Service
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Army & Naval Service Reserve
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitters
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for Motor Technician Fitters, suitably qualified candidates must hold FAS/SOLAS or equivalent qualification in one of the following:
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Construction plant Fitter, Agricultural Mechanics.
HETAC L7 Agricultural Mechanisation. Applicants must be 18 years and less than 29 years of age on date of application.
Please visit our careers page on https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/ to view Terms and Conditions containing information on eligibility criteria and selection process
Naval Service Current Careers Competitions
Naval Service Marine Engineering Officer:
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Direct Entry Officer:
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions /
Naval Service Radio Radar Technician (Electronics Technician):
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Carpenter/Hull Artificer (Carpenter – Joiners/Shipwright):
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Electrical Artificer (Electrical technician/Electrician):
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Engine Room Artificer (Maintenance Engineer/Technician):
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Naval Service Direct Entry Chef:
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/current-competitions/
Defence Forces
Re-Enlistment Permanent Defence Forces (Privates and NCOs)
Re-Enlistment The Defence Forces are looking for ex service personnel who have served in the Irish Permanent Defence Forces, if you meet the requirements and wish to be considered for re-enlistment follow the link: https://www.military.ie/en/careers/re-join/
Re-Enlistment Permanent Defence Forces (Commissioned Officers)
The Defence Forces are looking for officers who have served in the Irish Permanent Defence Forces, if you meet the requirements and wish to be considered for re-joining.
Follow the link: https://www.military.ie/en/careers/re-join/