How can I be successful after the military?

Transitioning from military life to civilian life is a significant event that requires skill, control, and knowledge. Chances are you will need to re-orientate yourself and find a new line of work such as mechanics or engineering. Here’s what you need to know to be successful sooner than you thought possible, it includes networking, courses,…

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What are the current vacancies at SLR

We are looking to fill plenty of vacancies with ex-services personnel. Here are just a few that are ready to be occupied by the perfect candidates. GRP Laminator We are looking for individuals to work in an expanding boat manufacturing business based in Portsmouth. Most work will be carried out around the South Coast up…

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Leaving the armed forces can be an emotional time

Whether you’ve spent your entire working life in the armed forces, or whether you’ve served a short time to only find that this isn’t the career path for you or have been unable to continue your service for other reasons, you may find that leaving the armed forces is an extremely emotional time. Here are…

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Why specialist marine recruitment is the best choice for ex services

Leaving the Royal Navy, Royal Marines or other services can be a challenging and difficult transition at any point of your life. Adapting to civilian life will mean adapting to different living environments, being surrounded by different people and engaging with different daily routines. Your lifestyle will completely change. If you’re considering leaving the marines…

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How we help ex services start their civilian career

We know that finding a job after leaving the Armed Forces can be difficult. Many people who work in the armed forces have spent their whole working lives – or a great portion of their working lives – training to work in specific roles that may not have many transferable skills or relevancy to civilian…

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Shipbuilding opportunities at Cammell Laird shipyard 2022

You might be thinking about venturing down a completely different career, or perhaps switching up jobs within the marine industry. Or you may have just left the Armed Forces and are looking for a job in which you can use your wealth of experience. There is a plethora of career opportunities within the marine industry which…

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How To Gain Security Clearance For Work And How To Keep It

If you wish to get specific jobs within the marine sector, security clearance is something you’ll need. For example, you’ll need security clearance if you want to apply for military jobs or positions offered by specific government departments. As you can appreciate, there are specific processes you need to follow before you can gain the…

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Adjusting to civilian life after a military career

Whether your military career was long or short, you will need to retire and start a new life as a civilian. This can be challenging, especially since the military has provided an identity and status for many years. The information below helps you transition from the armed forces carefully, protecting your mental and emotional wellbeing…

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Do Employers Like Ex-Military Personnel?

Military service is a unique experience that can be very beneficial for an employer. Having ex-military personnel on the team brings leadership skills, discipline, and a work ethic that can set an example for other employees. Military service teaches you the importance of teamwork and how to adapt to different scenarios. These skills are coveted…

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