Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2023
329. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the number of vacant engine room artificer technician posts currently in the Naval Service; and when these vacancies will be filled, in tabular form. [10174/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe following table provides the number of engine room artificer vacancies as of 24th February 2023.
|
Establishment |
85 |
|
Strength |
67* |
|
Vacancies |
18 |
*includes 16 personnel undergoing training to become Engine Room Artificers.
Vacancies are filled in line with promotional arrangements, as appropriate, and by recruitment. A direct entry recruitment competition for engine room artificers is ongoing.
