WARRANT OFFICER CLASS 1. (GENERAL DUTIES)
Scope Of Employment
Is the senior warrant officer in a unit (commanding officer Lt
Col, 700-300 men.) Responsible for the implementation of the unit
policy on discipline and morale. Co-ordinates day to day administration
and exercises authority without further reference to a superior.
- Responsible for the implementation of the Commanding Officer's
policy on discipline. Supervises the Commanding Officers summary
jurisdiction parades, advises Senior None-Commissioned Officers
on matters of discipline and military law and directs the custody
of prisoners and those under sentence. Responsible for the conduct
of unit personnel, including attached civilian staffs, Responsible
for unit parades.
- As an administrator co-ordinates the day to day administrative
duties within the unit or barracks, which include such matters
as cleanliness and security. Carries out inspections with or on
behalf of the commanding officer. Takes a particular interest
in all sporting, social, and welfare matters frequently advising
or acting on behalf of the commanding officer. Normally advises
the commanding officer on the promotion and employment of non-commissioned
officers and candidates for promotion.
- On training or operations carries out additional duties as
prescribed by the unit which normally include accounting for ammunition
and explosives, the siting, defense and security of the headquarters
and acting as a duty or liaison officer. Able to take command
and interpret battle plans. As the senior Warrant Officer of the
unit is the president of the Sergeants' Mess. This duty includes
the conduct, administration and financial well-being of the Mess.
- Promotion to this rank is very selective, being granted by
virtue of long experience and above average previous performance.
Holds a position of considerable trust and responsibility and
is used to dealing with all ranks in a variety of circumstances.
Scope Of Employment
Employed as a company Sergeant Major or HM Ship's Detachment Sergeant
Major. Responsible for the implementation of policy for discipline
and morale. Responsible for the day to day administration and
management of his company (Officer Commanding Major/Captain, 110-130
personnel) co-ordinating the activities of the non-commissioned
officers and men. Exercises authority without further reference
to a superior. may also be employed as the Warrant officer Instructor
of a training team in which case supervises the instructors within
the team and manages and administers both the instructors and
the students for whom he is responsible
- Responsible to his superior officer for the maintenance of
discipline and morale in the company. Carries out preliminary
investigation of minor offenses and advises his superior officer
in the execution of summery jurisdiction. Advises members of the
company on matters of discipline and military law.
- As an administrator supervises the company office and its
staff whose work includes the filing and maintenance of records,
preparation of orders and details, maintenance of duty rosters
and leave cards and completion of returns, reports and indents.
Co-ordinates the day to day work routine in the company. Carries
out inspections with or on behalf of his superior officer of personnel
equipment, clothing and accommodation. May be required to instruct
on general military matters and may be required to supervise and
assist NCI instructors of his own specialisation. On training
or operations will carry out those additional duties prescribed
by the unit. These normally include accounting for ammunition
and explosives, the siting, defense and security of the company
headquarters, co-ordinating of re-supply, acting as a duty officer
and deputising for the company commander in emergencies.
- Required to carry out other duties appropriate to his rank
including giving assistance in the running of a Sergeants mess.
- An experienced and responsible Warrant Officer who is expected
to exercise authority without reference and who is used to dealing
with all ranks from a position of authority.
Scope of Employment
Normally employed in a company (110-130 men) as the Company Quartermaster
Sergeant. An experienced, disciplined and professional Senior
Non-Commissioned Officer who will have held the rank of Sergeant
for 5 to 7 years. Responsible for the running of stores and associated
accounts within his company. Alternative employment is as the
detachment Sergeant Major in an HM Ship or as an instructor in
his own specialisation.
- Employed in a company and responsible to an officer for the
maintenance, re-supply, accounting, storage and security of clothing,
equipment, weapons and a further complex and comprehensive range
of stores. Normally also responsible for the accommodation occupied
by the company, including furniture and fittings. Required to
maintain and carry out full accounting procedures for all the
items held. Able to make decisions on day to day matters and to
make recommendations as necessary to a superior. May be required
to assess future requirements and to take action to obtain stores
on his own initiative.
- On training or operations is responsible for the feeding of
his company in the field and also for their complete re-supply
involving stores, equipment and vehicles in exacting conditions
by land, sea or air. Has the required training for this appointment
and will supervise a small staff which assists him.
- May perform other duties within the unit appropriate to his
rank. These may include the running of a small accounts and the
duties of Provost Sergeant.
- The comfort and successful administration of his company depends
to a large extent on the efficiency and expertise of this NCO.
Scope of Employment
Normally employed as a commander of a rifle section (9 men) which
forms part of a rifle troop. A disciplined Junior No-Commissioned
Officer who has passed a Junior Command Course and possesses the
necessary professional knowledge, leadership ability and personal
qualities to have been promoted to the rank of Corporal. Accustomed
to receiving and interpreting the orders of his troop commander
or troop sergeant and issuing orders to his subordinates accordingly.
In difficult circumstances or those in which he finds himself
out of touch with his superior has been trained to use his own
initiative in finding the correct solution to a low level problem.
- Normally commands a section and is responsible to a Troop
Commander for the discipline, training, deployment and administration
of his section. Instructs his men in field tactics and the use
of their weapons and takes responsibility for their effective
performance. Mantally alert and adaptable, possessing the determination
to over-come difficulties. Able to operate a radio set and has
considerable experience in map reading and compass work. Has sufficient
technical ability to supervise the routine maintenance of his
sections weapons, equipment and radio. Able to discharge the duties
of a security guard by day and night and also the duties of a
person in charge of the watch on deck on board ship. May be able
to cox a motor boat and to supervise the loading and unloading
of helicopters internally and externally. Has a considerable knowledge
of first aid procedures
Scope OF Employment
Normally employed in a troop (34 men) of a Commando Unit or HM
Ships Detachment. A disciplined man who has undergone effective
training and practical application of amphibious Infantry skills
and good citizenship. Accustomed to receiving, transmitting and
carrying out orders, and is used to living and working under difficult,
trying or unpleasant conditions, frequently without supervision.
- A trained amphibious infantryman accustomed to working as
a member of a team in a rifle section. Trained in fieldcraft,
use of weapons, seamanship and living under adverse conditions.
Accustomed to acting under orders and carrying out a wide range
of military tasks during training and operations by day or night
at short notice. Has a knowledge of first aid, metric systems
and can read a map. May be able to operate a radio set, may drive
and may handle a boat. Physically fit and alert, is essentially
a hardy and adaptable man with a flexible outlook used to difficult
or unpleasant work conditions often without supervision and requiring
high standards of loyalty and personal discipline.
Scope Of Employment
A trained clerk with a specialised knowledge of the Army and Naval
store accounting systems and control of procedures for accommodation,
victualling, clothing, armament, technical and motor transport
stores appropriate to major establishment, field force, unit at
home, overseas, or when embarked in HM ship. Types, files and
registers correspondence. A Warrant Officer or NCO has additional
supervisory and instructional responsibilities according to rank
Class Three Standard
- Has at least six months of general cleric work in a stores
environment. Able to type and produce tabulated work accurately
at 15 wpm. Operates modern duplicating equipment and assists with
the general office procedures, including amendments to books of
reference, telephone answering filing, typing correspondence and
other papers. prepares vouchers for stores demands and other documentation,
maintains stores ledgers and accounts, operates twin-bin store
keeping systems in technical and naval stores, access stock requirements.
All duties carried out under supervision following 'on job' training.
- Class Two Standard
- Has a working knowledge of the store accounting procedures
an d systems for each category service stores and able to type
accurately at 20 wpm.
- In addition to the duties of a Class three clerk, is normally
responsible for the detailed supervision of up to 6 Class three
clerks including instructional duties in the case of untrained
male or female staff.
- Prepares and maintains permanent loan records and ledgers,
supervises filing of vouchers, assists with stocktaking procedures
and taking/handing over barracks. Assist staff officers by analysing
case papers writhing briefs and drafts including suggested action,
and assists in control of office procedures.
- Class One Standard
- Able to type at 25 wpm. Has a comprehensive knowledge of stores
accounting systems and procedures, stock control, sources or supply,
movement of stores under operational conditions by air, sea, road
and rail. Able to apply knowledge of regulations to problems of
supply. Fully conversant with office procedures and general administration.
Maintains scales of equipment and armament by control of issues
and replacements, supervises ledger work and filing of vouchers.
Analyses case papers and prepares briefs and drafts including
suggest action.
- As a Colour Sergeant or Warrant Officer Class 2 manages a
stores department coping with requirements of 800 t 12000 men
under static or operational conditions. Co-ordinates the work
of several sub-departments and cells, controls daily routines
for issues and receipts, stocktaking, security and levels of stock,
local purchase of all items involving valuable and attractive
stores, both permanent and consumable. Works without supervision
and will have been selected for his wide experience in stores
administration and general office procedures, initiative tact
and trust.
- All warrant Officer and NCO clerks at Class One standard are
capable of proving continuation training to junior staff and filling
posts as Instructors at the centralised training section.
Scope of Employment
The Assault Engineer posses a wide range of skills on a diversity
of construction and military engineering tasks both a as member
of, and in charge of a team depending on Class Standard and rank.
these tasks include all aspects of combat engineering from the
handling of explosives and mines to water supply and roads and
improvised bridges construction.
Class Three Standard (Normally a Marine or Corporal)
- Capable of using and maintaining a wide variety of hand and
power tools, and small mechanised equipment such as pumps and
outboard motors. as a member of a team can move heavy loads by
rigging and use of blocks and tackles, with cordage and SWR. Understands
simple setting out work involving measurement, angles and levelling,
using boring rods. On roadwork's is capable of repairing pot holes
and using prefabricated road expedients. Can take his place in
any erection team of the construction of improvised bridges by
hand using timber and tubular scaffolding structures. Is competent
to handle explosives under supervision and understand the required
safety regulations .Has a working knowledge of British and Foreign
mines and booby traps and can lay and remove mines and booby traps
under supervisor. is capable of handling and commanding small
inflatable and ridged craft on the sea and inland waterways.
Class Two Standard (Normally a Marine or Corporal)
- As for Class Three but in addition can supervise and direct
the work or a section and local supervise and direct the work
or a section and local labour on all filed engineer and simple
construction tasks. Is capable of setting up and operating generators
and concrete mixes. Can Calculate the strength of cordage and
SWR and the mechanical advantage of blocks and tackles. Understands
work report. Can supervise work required to repair roads, construct
calverts and prefabricated road expedients. Has a basic knowledge
of mixing and curing concrete and the erection of simple structures.
Can supervise a simple water supply system form the source and
storage tanks using mechanical pumps and filters, Is competent
to use a Cowley level. Capable of supervising the use of explosive
charges, together with the testing of electric and non-electric
firing systems.
Class One Standard (Normally Corporal to Warrant Officer
Class 2)
- As for Class Two and in addition can plan, design and compile
engineer reports and supervise a large variety of field engineer
tasks. A s a manager he is responsible for the supervision of
work, and administration and the running of a n Assault Engineer
Troop. Can design and supervise the erection of derricks, sheers,
syns, aerial ropeways, scaffolding structures and improvised bridges.
Can calculate and organise the supply of concrete materials. Can
use cowley level to a standard to be able to obtain cross-section
of a gap an set out a construction site for bridging. Has a theoretical
knowledge of water purification and can calculate water yields
and plan the design of a water point. Has a theoretical knowledge
of the properties and effects of high explosives, can calculate
demolition tasks and supervise the preparation and firing of the
necessary charges on major demolition's. Can design and control
personnel and vehicle rafts using inflatable and rigid craft and
local materials. Has attended a works stud and management course.
Instructor (Normally Sergeant to Warrant Officer Class 2)
- Normally a man of wide experience who has completed an instructional
technique course. instructs all grades of rank from senior officers
to marines on all aspects or Assault Engineering as described
above. Is competent to organise courses upto Class Two Standard
and instruct up to Class One Standard. Assist the organisation
and planning of major engineering tasks and exercises. The instructor
is employed in a central training establishment.
Scope of Employment
An experienced trained Marine employed in the Amphibious Forces
of the Royal Marines. Serves in all landing craft in Royal Marines
Coxswain, Second Coxswain or crewman and act as a member of an
Amphibious Beach Unit. As a fully trained Marine is a disciplined
man who has undergone effective training and practical application
of commando skills and good citizenship. Accustomed to receiving,
transmitting and carrying out orders. And is used to living and
working under difficult, trying and unpleasant conditions, Frequently
without supervision. As a Warrant Officer or NCO has additional
supervisory duties according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- An experienced Royal Marine able to handle Raiding Craft and
associated gear competently. Able to handle LCVP, and associated
gear sufficiently competently so as to be able to return to base
for safe anchorage without the aid of a cox'n. Able to prepare
for sea and pilot Raiding Craft safely in inshore waters under
all conditions of visibility, weather and sea. Able to establish
and operate communications effectively, employing wireless and
craft signal flags. Able to conduct the requisite ship husbandry,
Conversant with the principles of LCVP and Raiding Craft engines
and Raiding Craft hull construction, and able to locate faults
and to rectify those of a minor nature. Able to use controls and
to interpret gauges and indicators of LCVP and Raiding Craft and
to undertake unskilled maintenance work and to control damage.
Able to inflate and assemble and repair IRC hulls. Able to assist
in the organisation of beaches for the reception and withdrawal
of craft.(See Note Below).
Class Two Standard
- An experienced Royal Marine who is either a candidate for
promotion or a Corporal. Able to handle LCVP and Raiding Craft,
and the associated gear, competently in all circumstances. Able
to handle LCM, and the associated gear, sufficiently competently
so a sot be able to return to base or safe anchorage without the
aid of a cox'n. Able to prepare for sea and pilot the LCVP and
Raiding Craft competently and safely in coastal waters under all
conditions of visibility, weather and sea. Able to establish an
operate communications effectively employing lamp. wireless and
craft signal flags. Able to conduct the requisite ships husbandry
and stores accounting. Able to supervise the work of his crews.
- Conversant with the principles of LCVP and Raiding Craft engines
and hull construction, and able to locate faults and to rectify
those of a minor nature. Able to undertake unskilled maintenance
work and to control damage; able to use controls and to interpret
gauges and indicators of all Landing and Raiding Craft. Able to
inflate; assemble and repair IRC hulls. Able to organise beaches
for reception and withdrawal of craft. Able to instruct Landing
Craft courses up to Class Two Standard (See Note Below).
Class One Standard
- An experienced Royal Marine who must at least be qualified
for sergeant and could be promoted up to Warrant Officer, Class
2. As for Class Two Standard but able to-pilot all craft competently
and safely in coastal waters and on short open sea passages, under
all conditions of visibility, weather and sea. Able to prepare
a craft for safe passage at sea by preparing speed and revolution
cards, instructing his crews in their duties, checking compasses,
loading, securing and ballasting so that the craft is stable and
safe when personnel, stores and plant, vehicles (including armoured)
are embarked and checking safety equipment. Able to conduct the
requisite ship's husbandry and stores accounting and to follow
the correct procedures for Planned Maintenance. Able to supervise
the work of his crews. Conversant with the principles of engine
ad hull construction and able to locate faults and to rectify
those of a minor nature. Able to asses the suitability of beaches
for use in amphibious operations and to organise beaches for reception
and withdrawal of craft. Able to instruct Landing Craft courses
up to Class One Standard and to plan and conduct basic Landing
Craft continuation training.
Note
Landing Craft
LCU: Landing Craft Utility - a 27.45m Assault Landing
Craft, capable of independent passages of up to 600 miles.
LCVP: Landing Craft Vehicle and Personnel - a 13.1m
Assault Landing Craft, capable of independent passages of up to
80 miles.
Raiding Craft
RRC: Rigid Raiding Craft - a 5.21m Dory type craft.
IRC: Inflatable Raiding Craft - a 4.6m inflatable
craft of the Gemini type
RIB: Rigid Inflatable Boat - 5.7m rigid hulled,
inflatable sided craft with inboard or outboard engine with speed
capabilities between 25-45 knots.
Scope of Employment
A fully trained Marine who possess the necessary professional
knowledge, leadership ability and personal qualities to have been
promoted to NCO. Has received further training to enable him to
give a specialist advice on instruction in all infantry weapons
and field tactics. Has professional and military responsibilities
according to rank.
Class Two Standard (Normally a Corporal or Sergeant)
- A highly trained instructor who trains Marines, NCOs and Officers
in all infantry weapons, fieldcraft, minor tactics, range firing
and map reading.
- If a Corporal , normally commands a section (nine men) in
a Commando Unit is responsible to the troop for the discipline,
training, deployment and administration of his section. Able to
discharge the duties of commander of a security guard by day or
night and may be able to cox a motor boat. Has considerable knowledge
of first aid.
- If a Sergeant, Is normally employed in a Commando Unit as
the second in command of a rifle troop (34 men) and is completely
responsible for the administration within the troop. Assists the
trop commander to deploy the troop on training and operations
and is able to take complete command of the troop in the absence
of the Officer. I recognised as an experienced leader and solider.
Class One Standard (Corporal to Warrant Officer Class 2)
- Selected on his ability as a Class 2 instructor and in addition
, is able to instruct in air photograph interpretation. Able to
analyse training needs, draw up training programs, exercises and
demonstrations and to design training courses. Specialised in
training techniques with a practical knowledge of the use and
preparation of training aids. Experienced in the use of battle
simulators which includes a limited knowledge of the use of explosives.
- If a Colour Sergeant will have held the rank of sergeant for
5-7 years and is normally responsible in a Commando Unit for the
maintenance ,supply, accounting and storage of clothing equipment,
weapons and a further complex and comprehensive range or stores
for the Company (110-130 men). Normally responsible for the accommodation
occupied by the company including furniture and fittings. On training
and operations is responsible for the resupply of his company
involving stores equipment and vehicles in exacting conditions
by land, sea and air and will supervise a small staff which assists
him.
- If a Warrant Officer Class 2 in a Commando Unit is normally
responsible for the day to day administration and management of
his Company (110-130 men) co-ordinating the activities of NCOs
and Marines .On training and operations will normally be responsible
for the siting, defense and security of the Company HQ, and co-ordination
of re-supply, acting as duty officer and deputising for the Company
Commander (Major RM) in emergencies. Able to assist in the Running
of the Sergeants Mess.
Scope of Employment
The administration, supervision and coaching of all major and
minor sports. the theory and application or physical fitness programs
of all age groups.
Class Two Standard
- A junior NCO with a thorough knowledge of teaching and exercising
current Physical Fitness Systems employed in he Royal Marines.
Able to coach and officiate and maintain fitness in all sports.
Has a basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Able to coach
swimming and lifesaving. Has a practical working knowledge of
the organisation and administration of all sport in a Commando
Unit or UK establishment. A competent practical performer in gymnastics
and a resoluble standard player in at least two games / sport.
Class One Standard
- A Warrant Officer or Senior NCO able to supervise the teaching
and exercising of all current methods of physical training employed
in the Royal Marines and Royal Navy, besides being a high standard
practical instructor. Able to Coach, officiate and maintain fitness
for all sports and hold a teaching / coaching qualification in
at least two sports. Has a sound knowledge of office administration
and the organisation, budgeting and control of all sports and
games played in a Unit or Command. A Competent practical performer
in at least two sports. Has a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology,
with a particular reference to sport injuries. Capable of organising
/ coaching Physical Training Displays.
Class Staff PTI Standard
- An experienced and exceptional Physical training Instructor
selected for his expertise as an all round gymnastic performer
/ games coach in a series of sports who has shown a particular
grasp of coaching / teaching techniques. Has a wide knowledge
of all methods is a high standard lecturer in Physical Training
Subjects and is capable of creating and producing Physical Training
Displays. An extremely sound organiser and administrator of all
Physical Training and Sports events. capable of instructing course
for Class Two, Class One and PT and Sports Officer Courses. Capable
of supervising Physical Training Staff, Swimming Bath Staff or
Unit Sports Organisation.
Scope of Employment
Employed in sections of the Secial Boat Service Royal Marines
as parachutists, underwater swimmers, canoeists or saboteurs or
as a combination of two or more of these. They work in small parties
on difficult and hazardous missions. This necessitates an extremely
high standard and an ability to work alone and clandestinely in
extremes of climate under unpleasant conditions.
Class Three Standard
- Able to operate as a free swimmer using all existing types
of diving equipment and maintain it. able to instruct in the theory
of diving and in current lifesaving and diving accident procedures.
Able to carry out preparation, placing and initiation of underwater
demolition's under supervision. Able to handle canoes and small
powered craft by day and night in all sea conditions, carry out
cap-size drills, launch and recover craft through surf or other
difficult conditions. Able to read chart, plan a simple course,
take fixes and understand the Rules of the Road at sea. Able to
read a map, navigate across country by day and night, use air
photographs, plan and memorise routines and make clandestine RVs.
Able to assist for beach reconnaissance purposes in gathering
and reproducing above and below water gradients and in the making
of simple sketch maps and filed sketches. A qualified parachutists.
Class Two Standard
- An NCO or Marine Qualified for Corporal who has served a minimum
of twelve months at Class Three Standard. Able to command an element
of a sub-section. Able to instruct a Class Three Standard.
Class One Standard
- A Warrant Officer, Senior NCO or Corporal passed for promotion
who has served a minimum of eighteen moths at Class Two Standard.
Able to supervise and instruct all skills at Class Two and class
One Standard. Able to plan, brief personnel and carry out all
Special Boat Section operations at sub-section level. Able to
carry out reconnaissance by day and night and to produce complete
beach reports. Able to read maps, air photographs, charts and
associated publications and produce operational briefings; solid
cloth or sand models for target or exercise briefings; target
sketches for briefings; beach reconnaissance reports. After two
years experience is competent to instruct to Class One Standard
Scope of Employment
A trained military provost is normally employed as a member of
the Royal Marines police unit. trained to think and act independently
and to take control in emergencies. Used to shift work and to
accepting responsibility. Used to exercising self discipline and
to maintaining high standards of integrity and loyalty. Trained
to drive landrovers and motorcycles by day or night on roads and
cross country and to operate radio equipment in current use in
the service.
Class Two Standard (Lance Corporal or Corporal)
- A trained marine who has specialist knowledge of the duties
and procedure of police work. Normally employed as an individual
acting on his own initiative or as a member of a small team. Capable
of independent thought and action with a high degree of self discipline
and confidence. Experienced in dealing with other people ( at
all levels). Used to making an objective of a confusing situation,
arriving at a quick decision and taking effective action to restore
the situation to normal. Capable of carrying out minor investigation
and making concise, accurate reports( both verbal and written).
Capable of touch typing, at 15 words a minute. Used to shift work,
involving long periods of relative inaction during which he has
to remain alert and capable of acting decisively should a crisis
occur. able to operate manpack radio sets, and to drive, carry
out simple repairs and maintenance of landrovers and motorcycles.
Class One Standard (Warrant Officer or Senior NCO)
- Normally commands section of military provosts. Able to act
as an investigator and has skills, knowledge and personality to
supervise the police work and operational tasks or his section
both in barracks and in the filed. Is solely responsible for supervising
the maintenance and checking of weapons, clothing, equipment,
radios and vehicles belonging to his section.
Scope of Employment
A Fully trained marine who possess the necessary professional
knowledge, leadership ability and personal qualities to have been
promoted to NCO. Has received further specialist training to enable
him to be responsible for the drill and discipline training of
a squad of in a New Entry Unit. Has specialist and military responsibilities
according to rank.
Class Two Standard (Corporal)
- Has a high standard of personal drill, turnout and bearing.
Has a good knowledge of Royal Marines history, traditions and
customs. Able to instruct ranks under training to maintain their
kit and to establish and maintain personal standards of hygiene
and turn -out. Able to assist in preparing units of trained ranks
for ceremonial parades. Commands a rifle section (9 men) in a
Commando unit and is responsible to a Troop Commander fro the
discipline, training, deployment and administration of his section.
Instructs his men in field tactics and the use of weapons and
takes responsibility for their effective performance. able to
operate a radio set and has considerable experience in map reading
and compass work. Has sufficient technical ability to supervise
the routine maintenance of his sections weapons, equipment and
radio. Able to discharge the duties of a commander of a security
guard by day or night. Has considerable knowledge of first aid.
Class One Standard (Corporal - Warrant Officer Class 2)
- As for Class Two Standard and has a theoretical and practical
knowledge of all ceremonial and can teach and exercise trained
ranks in such duties. Has a confident and sound instructional
technique and a though knowledge of all drill subjects.
- If a Sergeant is normally employed in a Commando Unit as second
In command of a Rifle troop (34 men) and is completely responsible
for the administration within the troop. Assists the troop commander
to deploy the troop on training and operations and is able to
take command of the troop in the absence of the officer. Is recognised
as experienced leader and soldier.
- If a Colour Sergeant will have held the rank of Sergeant for
5-7 years and is normally responsible in a Commando Unit for the
maintenance, supply, accounting storage of clothing, equipment,
weapons and further complex and comprehensive range of stores
for a Company (110-130 men). Normally responsible for the accommodation
occupied by the Company, including furniture and fittings. On
training and operations is responsible for the re-supply of his
company involving stores, equipment and vehicles in exacting conditions
by land, sea and air and will supervise a small staff which assists
him.
- If a Warrant Officer Class 2 is a very specialised drill leader.
Responsible to the Adjutant for the personal standards or Drill
Leaders and for the preparation of recruit squads or units of
trained ranks for all ceremonial parades. In a Commando Unit is
responsible for the day to day administration and management of
his company (110-130 men), co-ordinating the activities of NCOs
and marines. On training and operations will normally be responsible
for the siting, defence and security of the Company HQ, and co-ordination
of re-supply, acting as duty officer and deputising for the Company
Commander ( Major RM) in emergencies. Able to Assist in the Running
of the Sergeants Mess.
Scope of Employment
Carries out the preparation, cooking, presentation and service
of all meals under all conditions and using any type of cooking
equipment. A Warrant Officer or NCO has additional responsibilities
for supervision and catering management according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- Has received formal training producing a basic practical and
theoretical knowledge of preparation and production of food in
kitchen, pastry, larder. bakery and butcher departments. Is capable
of quality control and custody of all food supplies allocated
for the daily tasks, carving cooked meats and poultry correctly
and apply portion control. operate gas, electric, steam and solid
fuel fired equipment and is able to carry out routine servicing
tasks on field cookery equipment. Able to use and daily maintain
all type s of kitchen and industrial catering equipment and utensils.
Trained in personal hygiene, to keep the work area clean and to
comply with all food and hygiene regulations. Has elementary knowledge
of safety precautions, fire fighting procedures and first aid
in the catering departments.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three Standard but with at least six months experience
in his trade. In addition, because acquired skills and progressive
training in all kitchen departments, is able to produce a full
range of dishes to a higher standard with only limited supervision.
- A Corporal is capable of taking charge of a production department
or watch, the ordering of foodstuffs to meet daily requirements,
carrying out menu planning, adjustments and stock control.
Class One Standard
- Has received formal training in the provisioning, food storage,
menu planning, costing, ration accounting, kitchen organisation,
food service, dining arrangements, work study and related subjects.
Capable of taking independent managerial responsibility for the
day to day feeding of a unit with a strength of up to 300 men.
Capable of training cooks in all departments up to Class Three
and Two Standard
- a Sergeant may be further qualified by having attend a Royal
Naval Long Catering Course which provided advanced training in
accounting and general catering management. Capable of organising
a feeding plan at unit strength.
- A Colour Sergeant or Warrant Officer Class 2 may have passed
a Royal Naval Long Catering Course. Able to instruct ,advise and
report on galley organisation and management, food production,
service technique and special catering functions at all level.
Sufficiently experienced to organise group feeding of units and
messes.
Instructor
If an instructor, is capable of training cooks to all standards,
interacting in catering administration and management and undertaking
instruction of personnel in catering subjects related to unit
messing.
Scope of Employment
Uses in a skilled manner, the tools and equipment's normally utilised
in the trades of Coppersmith, Tinsmith, Panel beater, Sheet metal
worker.
Class Three Standard
- repairs ferrous and non- ferrous metal sheet and tube woks
radiators, inlet manifolds , silencers and bench exhaust pipes.
Repairs and rebuilds petrol tanks. Beats out dents and patches
holes in motor vehicle wings, lamps and body work. Makes and repairs
metal tool chest and containers for oil, water and petrol. can
make small white metal or aluminium castings. Is able to operate
metal forming machines (hand), eg rollers, folding and bending,
cutting and beading machines, guillotine sheers. Undertakes all
class of welding, both oxy-acetylene and electric, on steel of
various types and thickness. Accustomed to welding cast iron,
aluminium and bronze. Does hard surfacing and oxy-acetylene cutting
. has a fair knowledge of pattern development.
Class Two Standard
- As above but has greater skill and experience in all duties.
Under-takes more complicated repairs. Welds in all positions and
carries out more difficult work. Has thorough knowledge of pattern
development.
Class One Standard
- Has a greater all round proficiency in sheet metal work and
has a thorough knowledge of welding and fibre glassing techniques.
Can work from workshop drawings and estimate time and quantities.
Supervises and administers a metalsmith's workshop.
Instructor
- A Warrant Officer Senior NCO selected for his thorough knowledge
and experience of the trade and for his instructional ability.
Instructs Class Three and Two metalsmiths and Vehicle mechanics
Class Three and Armourers Class Two in sheet metal work and oxy-acetylene
cutting.
Scope of Employment
Sets-up, test, diagnoses and repairs faults in the current range
of military radio and line equipment, including associated power
supplies, ancillary equipment and antenna.
As a Warrant Officer or NCO has additional supervisory and instructional
responsibilities
Class Three Standard
- Has a working knowledge of the principles and practices of
telecommunications including AC and DC theory; measuring instruments;
modulation, transmission and propagation principles; electronic;
and electro-mechanical devices; simple circuitry and applications
in telephony, DC' telegraphy, telephone, cryptographic and radio
systems. Use hand tools and carries out soldering and simple metal
working to effect minor mechanical repairs; replaces components
and repairs connectors. Carries out adjustments to electro-mechanical
devices; carries out specification tests on field radio equipment's;
use multimeters, oscillators and cathode ray oscillo-scopes to
locate simple faults and carries out repairs as necessary.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three but has the knowledge sufficient to predict
circuit behaviour under fault conditions . Maintains in service,
working room manuals, all field radio, line and cryptographic
equipment and associated ancillaries.
As a Corporal supervises the work of up to 2 subordinates.
Class One Standard
- As for Class two but in addition has sufficiently wide knowledge
and experience to maintain in service, all current radio, line
and cryptographic equipment and associated ancillaries. As a Warrant
Officer or Senior NCO is responsible for the control, supervision
and running of a workshop, containing up to four technicians,
maintaining up to 500 equipment's.
Instructor
- As a Warrant Officer or Senior NCO is able to instruct trainee
signal officers, Junior NCOs and marines on basic telecommunications
principles.
Scope of Employment
A trained clerk has specialised knowledge of personnel pay and
imprest accounts, personal records and conditions of service,
and general administrative and office procedures. a Warrant Officer
or NCO has additional management, supervisory and instructional
responsibilities according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- Has had at least 18 months experience of general clerical
duties in staff, pay or records work. He is able to type accurately
and produce tabulated work at a minimum of 25 wpm. Operates modern
reproduction equipment and assist with the general office procedures
including amendments to books for reference, telephone answering,
filling and registering correspondence, dispatch of mail. Can
maintain unit pay records and prepare the necessary computer input
documents to adjust entitlement to allowance and charges for up
to 300 personnel. He also has knowledge of income Tax and National
Insurance. In addition he is capable of producing detailed lists
of personal occurrences, their reproduction and subsequent distribution
on a wide scale, accurately abstracting and recording them on
a wide range of service documents. All clerical personnel are
trained in the art of word processing and the use of computer
databases in the storing and retrieval of personnel information.
He can, using either a typewriter or word processor, type all
forms and orders, service correspondence and papers in recognised
format.
Class Two Standard
- Has a minimum of 2 years practical experience at class three
level and a much greater knowledge of pay and records regulations,
conditions of service and general administrative and office procedures.
He would normally supervise a staff of up to 6 class three clerks.
This would entail carrying out continuation training, discipline
and advising when necessary. in addition he would be responsible
for ensuring that customer enquirers and problems are dealt with
promptly and efficiently, that adequate supply forms and stationary
are held and office security is observed. His knowledge of computer
applications is more extensive and would normally be the supervisor
of up to three work stations. He could also be called upon to
draft letter, research problems and offer possible solutions for
his superiors.
Class One Standard
- The class one clerk would normally have a minimum of 6 years
practical experience at class two and three level and at this
stage has a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the clerical
sphere, including both military law and accounting for public
Moines. the depth of this knowledge and responsibility varies
according to experience which can be 22 years or more. He is an
office manager and his responsibility can range form managing
a units personnel records for 650 to 1800 men, to accounting for
the disbursement of public monies up to £3,00,00.00 per anum.
All class one clerks are trained in computer systems management
which includes the day to day running of the system, health an
safety., operations management data protection act and security.
They are also trained in instructional technique and are able
to instruct at all levels and if necessary fill instructor appointments
at the clerical training school. as a Sgt he would normally be
employed in personnel records field as a staff clerk in a major
headquarters analysing case papers , writing briefs for executive
action, preparing and organising itineraries and, at times, act
as secretary at meetings and conferences.
- As s Colour Sergeant he has been employed as a Sub Imprest
Holder responsible for the disbursement of public monies, managing
the unit pay staff and advising both the Imprest Holder and unit
personnel on pay and pensions policy and all payments of public
money. Or, alternatively he has been employed as the unit Chief
Clerk, with responsibility for the control for up to 20 civilians
and service clerical personnel, the clerical procedures and standards
within the unit, including the control, circulation, filing and
security of all correspondence received or originated within the
unit.
- As a Warrant Officer Class 2 he has similar responsibilities
to those of the Colour Sergeant but in headquarters and larger
scale units, controlling up to 50 clerical personnel. Warrant
Offices are also involved in planning and policy at junior executive
level. They are selected for their wide ranging experience, initiative,
tact and academic ability.
Scope of Employment
Sets up and operates army VHF and HF radio sets, battery charging
and line equipment. Uses voice and Morse procedures on these equipment's
such as a Warrant Officer or NCO will have additional supervisory,
instructional and planning duties associated with communication
equipment.
Class Three Standard
- Has an elementary knowledge of electrical theory, and a working
knowledge of radio frequency transmission and wave propagation,
batteries and charging engines, Able to operate most portable
radio sets and vehicle installed radio equipment of medium power
in current use and is expert in siting antennae to obtain the
best results for this equipment. Able to lay and maintain field
telephone lines and install and operate a 10 line field telephone
exchange. sends and receives voice and Morse (at 13 wpm) messages
over this equipment, maintains it, charges its batteries with
generating equipment, diagnoses and remedies simple faults. Is
familiar with the services world-wide communication network and
capable of carrying out despatch and filing duties of message
in a Communications Centre.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three Standard and in addition has greater experience
in these duties and is able to read morse at 18 wpm. Capable of
commanding a radio detachment and supervising and advising less
experienced members in it. Capable of instructing non-specialists
on how to operate manpack radio equipment, capable of leading
a line laying party and able to supervise the clerical work involved
in message passing through a Communications Centre.
- Has a good knowledge of electrical theory applicable to radio
equipment and sound knowledge of radio wave prorogation and antenna
Class One Standard
- As for Class Two Standard and in addition has greater skill
and experience in these duties and is able to read morse at 22
wpm. and operate a teleprinter at 20 wpm. Capable of instructing
other specialist signallers on all aspects of their duties. Familiar
with the Royal Navy communication planning at unit and brigade
levels and able to give advice on communication to superiors.
Fully conversant with the world-wide communication systems and
able to supervise the filing and routing of all messages passing
through major headquarters communications centre. Has a good knowledge
of the electrical theory applicable to radio equipment and a sound
knowledge of radio wave prorogation and antenna theory, Is capable
of taking charge of a Signals Troop or equivalent sub-unit under
the command of an officer.
Yeoman of Signals
- A Class One signaller specially selected for additional training.
In addition to the normal signal skills of a Class One signaller
he is capable of supervising and advising on the skills and training
of all Royal Marines signallers. Capable of planning. setting
up and controlling radio, line and radio relay networks, communication,
switchboard and cypher complexes and the general co-ordination
of all communication of major headquarters. capable of advising
on the introduction of new operating techniques, procedures and
communication security. capable of planning and controlling trails
on new communications equipment.
Instructor
- A Class One( or Yeoman of Signals) Sergeant, Colour Sergeant
or Warrant Officer will at some time have instructed at various
signal training establishments. He will have instructed on all
aspects of his specialisation. Will be familiar with up to date
instructional aids and equipment such as over head projectors
and film strips. May be familiar with programmed learning and
will be familiar with the preparation of training programs conducting
practical training exercise. May also have instructed officers
in subjects applicable to his specialisation.
Scope of Employment
A Warrant Officer, senior NCO for promotion who fly's, navigates
and manages the Light helicopter under tactical and peace times
conditions. Fly by day and night, in visual or instrument flying
conditions. Specially selected pilots become flying instructors
after a course at the Central Flying School RAF and 6-9 months
probationary period at the School of Army Aviation.
Pilot Skills
- All pilots are trained to he same standard and are able to:
manage and move the aircraft on the ground or on the deck of a
ship by hand; observe and enforce safety precautions required
for the operation of aircraft; fly the aircraft according to rules
of the air and observe all legal flying restrictions while doing
so by day and night, inside and outside controlled air space,
in visual or instrumental conditions; take-off and land form open
sites, restricted sites or the deck of a ship; learn, practices
and use if required proper emergency and emergency radio procedures
; navigate with and without radio aids; operate tactical and air
traffic radios; observe and correct artillery fire from he air;
direct the tactical movement of other helicopters and fixed wing
aircraft; carry out aerial visual and photo reconnaissance; service
the aircraft to primary star standing if required. Carry out before
flight, turn round and after flight servicing.
Personal Qualities
- All pilots have certain common characteristics which are:
trustworthiness, a sense of responsibility, the ability to weigh
factors and make decisions, calmness mental alertness, and with
a personality which allows him to deal with executives of all
ranks with tact and confidence. Used to adapting himself o any
environment and dealing with emergencies expeditiously and sensibly.
Instructors
- Able to teach all pilots skills and in addition are required
to: authorise solo flying by student pilots; teach the theory
of aircraft systems and controls; write daily and weekly summary
of pilots' progress; recommended continuation or suspension of
training; maintain their own flying standards and ability to above
average level; study for annual checks and higher instructor qualifications.
Scope of Employment
Dives List I Groups and Heavy Goods Vehicles - by day or night
on roads or cross country. Carries out daily servicing and minor
repairs on such vehicles. As an NCO has additional supervisory
and instructional responsibilities according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- Capable of driving the full range of current service wheeled
vehicles up to and including Heavy Goods Vehicle Class III - in
accordance with the traffic laws and Highway Code, on roads, tracks
and over difficult terrain by day or night, if necessary without
lights. Capable of manoeuvring the vehicle in confined spaces
with or without a trailer. Carries out routine servicing tasks:
rectifying running faults and minor defects, changing tyres and
wheels. Has a sound knowledge of General Mechanical Principles,
map reading, breakdown and accident procedures and routine documentation.
Has the responsibility of the vehicle. its stores, and the personnel
travelling as passengers.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three Standard but in addition has a through
knowledge of accounting procedure involved in Motor Transport.
As a Corporal commands a section of a number of vehicles and is
responsible for vehicle servicing and documentation and the driver's
daily tasks for a number of transport section as the transport
co-ordinator.
Class One Standard
- As for Class Two Standard but in addition is highly skilled
diver covering the full range of current service wheeled vehicles
up to and including Heavy Goods Vehicle Class I . Carries out
the detailed administration, accounting procedures involved in
motor transport, technical inspection and road tests recording
the details accurately in the appreciate documents. Capable of
carrying out normal running adjustments and is able to assist
a mechanic in replacement of minor assemblies. Directly supervises
the waterproofing of vehicles, the embarkation and disembarkation
of vehicles in ships and preparation of vehicles foe all moves.
As a Warrant Officer or SNCO is normally responsible for eighty
prime movers and their trailers, and the day to day administration
and discipline for their drivers. Capable of carrying out driving
instruction up to Ministry of Transport standards of Heavy Goods
tests and tuition on General Mechanical principles. Highway Code
and Motor Transport accounting procedures. Capable of preparing
visual displays and training aids
Qualified Testing Officers
- A selected Warrant Officer or SNCO of above average driving
and instructional capability for Class One Standard who has attended
a course either with Department of Environment(Driving Establishment),
a recognised Army MT School or Metropolitan Police Driving School.
Qualified to test service drivers in all classes of vehicles.
Scope of Employment
Repairs and maintains all vehicles and ancillary equipment in
use in the Royal Marines. As a Warrant Officer or NCO has additional
supervisory responsibilities according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- Qualified as a driver of cars, motor cycles and vehicles up
to 4 tons. Can read machine drawings, fits to + or - .001 inches
using file and scraper, use micrometer and vernier gauges. Works
under supervisor on such tasks as decarbonising engines, retiming
valve and ignition components, adjusting petrol pumps, carburettors,
steering and brakes. Maintains cooling, lubricating and fuel systems,
and electrical circuits and equipment. Repairs pipes by brazing
and carries out some body-repairs.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three Standard but with at least \ 6 months experience
in the trade. capable of working without supervision.
Class One Standard
- Renders written reports on worn and damaged vehicles and advised
on repairs. Able to undertake complete repairs on CI and IC engined
vehicles. Liaises with second line repair workshops and arranges
for vehicle backloading. Can take complete charge of a small garage.
Instructor
- A Warrant Officer or SNCO selected for his knowledge and experience
of the trade and for his instructional ability. Instructs NCOs
and marines in all grades of the trade and able to assist in the
running of trade tests.
Scope of Employment
Controls the whole or sections of a workshop for the maintenance
and repair of all types of vehicle in use in the Royal Marines.
- A Vehicle Mechanic Class One Standard selected for further
training (City and Guilds motor vehicle craft studies parts II
and III) and the Higher Technicians Education Council Certificate
(HTEC). Has received training in methods of instruction management
techniques and method study. A Vehicle Mechanic Class One Standard
is able to write reports on worn and damaged vehicle and advise
on repairs. Able to undertake complete repairs of CI and IC engined
vehicles. Able to take complete charge of a small garage.
- As a Colour Sergeant controls a working section of 10 to 20
tradesmen (military and / or civilian). These section are manned
predominately by Vehicle mechanics supported by Electronic Technicians,
Metalsmiths and Carpenters. Responsible for the efficiency and
effectiveness of the section, controlling and allocation of work
within given priorities. Has the authority to inspect and classify
a vehicle for road worthiness.
- As Warrant Officer, Class 2 performs a similar job to the
Colour Sergeant but has more responsibility and authority. Controls
several working sections. Able to fill an appointment controlling
and co-ordinating the productive effort of a workshop (up to 50
tradesmen) .
- As Warrant Officer, Class 1 acts as a junior officer in a
workshop controlling, with full responsibility and authority,
the technical aspects of equipment inspection, repair, manufacture
and modification.
- Can be employed in any stage of research and development form
that of the Liaison Officer between the Royal Marines and industry
during prototype production., to leading investigations into defects
arising during troop trails. Responsible for feedback and analysis
of information relating to equipment already in service, a process
which starts with the reporting of defects and ends with the publication
of equipment modifications. Able to act as technical author when
employed in the production of workshop repair manuals.
- Able to instruct theory and practices of equipment repair
techniques relating to his trade to marines attending basic, upgrading
and pre-artificer courses.
Scope of Employment
Maintains, services or replaces the whole or part of the electrical
systems of all current RM service vehicles and generators.
Class Three Standard
- Qualified as a driver of cars, motor cycles and vehicles up
to 4 tons. Can read machine drawings, fits to +010 inches using
micrometer and vernier gauges. Works under supervisor on such
tasks as decarbonising engines, retiming valve and ignition components,
adjusting petrol pumps, carburettors, steering and brakes. Maintains
cooling, lubricating and fuel systems, and electrical circuits
and equipment. Repairs pipes by brazing and carries out some body-repairs.
Capable of maintaining, adjusting, diagnosing faults in and repairing
any component of: vehicle ignition and lighting systems; constant
current and constant potential charging plant (and their modified
forms); AC motors, alternators and transformers; automatic circuit
breakers; secondary cells. Eligible for membership of AEU as Semi
Skilled Craftmen.
Scope of Employment
In addition to employment as a trained marine, carries pout minor
repairs on web, rubber and leather equipment within a Commando.
Class Three Standard
- Has a working knowledge of canvas work, including hemming,
patching darning, eyeletting, grumetting. Has a working knowledge
of common knots . Undertakes splices and whippings. Stitches leather
using single and double hand sewing. Buckles and straps leather.
repairs inflatable dinghies and rubber equipment.
Scope of Employment
A full trained marine who has received additional training to
enable him to maintain , repair and zero all weapons in use in
the Royal Marines. Able to repair tentage frames, cookers and
HPP lamps, adjust optical sights and has a limited knowledge of
foreign weapons. as Warrant Officer or
NCO has additional supervisory and instructional responsibilities
according to rank.
Class Three Standard
- Is a capable tradesmen who repairs and gives maintenance advice
on all weapons in use in a Commando, identifies all parts of all
weapons, he will repair and maintain. Uses a file and other hand
tools to produce weapon parts and modification for weapons. Uses
machine tools relevant to his trade ie Power Drill, Buffer, Grinder,
Lathe, packs and stores small arms. Has a working knowledge of
regulations pertaining to armouries. Produces and works to an
engineering drawing. Identifies common faults and defects in weapons.
Has a limited knowledge of foreign weapons. Competent to adjust
optical sights. Under supervision, case harden and paints weapons.
Eligible for membership of AEU as Semi Skilled Craftmen.
Class Two Standard
- As for Class Three Standard and in addition has greater skill
and experience in identifying faults and repair. able to work
without direct supervision and is competent to take charge of
Class Three Standard armourers. Inspects and diagnoses faults
in weapons and submits reports to his superiors. Able to carry
out minor tool making, light lathe work and hard forging. Able
to take charge of a small workshop. Eligible for membership of
AEU as Semi Skilled Craftmen.
Class One Standard
- As for Class Two Standard but in addition administers and
supervises an armourers' workshop. Is fully conversant with workshop
procedure including documentation used in conjunction with equipment
repair. Carries out complete inspections of weapons with gauges.
produces engineering drawings form given instructions. As a member
of the Corps Inspectorate of Small Arms, inspects all weapon in
a unit. Complies written reports and makes recommendations to
commanding Officers on the state of his units weapons. Eligible
for membership of AEU as Semi Skilled Craftmen.
Instructor
- Instructs all grades of armourers traines, arranges and conducts
trade test as laid down in Royal Marines Instructions. A Warrant
Officer or SNCO selected for his thorough knowledge and experience
of the trade and for his instructional ability.