ex armed forces
What are your career options after leaving the military
You’ve served your country well during your years in the Armed Forces but it’s understandable as you come to the end of that career that you might be wondering what job options are open to you. It can be a daunting time as you transition to a civilian career and that is why it’s best…
Read MoreSecurity clearance- what opportunities are there in shipbuilding?
We’ve spent a great deal of time at SLR forming relationships with time-served individuals. We know our ex-services candidates have a wealth of skills and valuable experience that can be applied to the thriving shipbuilding industry in the UK. One such advantage that many of our ex-armed forces candidates possess is security clearance. In this…
Read MoreLeaving the armed forces – career transition
It’s time to leave the armed forces and transition into a civilian career. If you’ve spent the whole of your adult life serving in the military, it can be difficult to know where you get started when you come to find civilian work. We understand that it’s about so much more when you are transitioning…
Read MoreHow we connect skilled tradespeople to opportunity
The benefits of using a marine-specific recruitment agency are that we have specialist knowledge of both the shipbuilding sector and the unique skill set and experience that our candidates have. Our goal at SLR is to connect time-served marine and industrial tradespeople to employers in the shipbuilding and refit business around the UK. We are…
Read MoreHow hard is it to transition from military to civilian work
There is a big difference between military service and working in civilian trades so how do you transition successfully into a civilian career? Most people in the armed forces will eventually move on and start work in the civilian world which is very distinct from a military career. If you have served in the armed…
Read MoreWill I be supported as I seek employment in civilian life?
When leaving the armed forces and transitioning into civilian careers, you will need support in understanding where career opportunities are right for you and how to access those next steps. Common Worries You Might Have Finding Work After the Military Common Transferable Skills Available Support Finding What’s Right for You Various recruitment organisations work with…
Read MoreHow to ensure your shipbuilding project is delivered on time
If you have a business within the shipbuilding business or you work in any sphere of the shipbuilding industry, you’ll be fully aware of the intensity and scale of work that comes hand in hand with this industry and area of specialism. One thing is for sure – nobody can run or carry out this…
Read MoreWhy transitioning from the Armed forces can be challenging
Adjusting from a military career back into civilian life isn’t without its problems. There are emotional issues, life changes and finding your place. But you aren’t alone in the challenge. Adjusting Civilian Jobs are Different The Need for Professional Services Stepping into the Unknown Opportunities in the Marine Sector Adjusting to a different pace of…
Read MoreHow SLR Builds Relationships with Clients in the Marine Sector
SLR Marine Recruit is a marine recruitment company that has been building relationships with clients in the marine sector for over five years. Our team of experts have a wealth of experience and knowledge in the maritime industry, and we are dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible service. Communication is Vital We…
Read MoreBAE Plans for Shipbuilding in Glasgow
In June 2022, BAE updated its plans for shipbuilding in Glasgow. The new plans involve the yard’s upgraded with a new indoor shipbuilding hall and filling in the west basin. Previously, BAE Systems had plans for a £100m state-of-the-art’ frigate factory’ at Scotstoun on the other side of the river, but it was shelved. However,…
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