Design and repair of warships
Who Are Navy Civilians and Why Are They Important? Navy civilians also design, repair and maintain naval vessels. Civilian design officers play a prominent role in innovating and designing technologically advanced ships. Civilian personnel at naval dockyards and technical units are constantly on the move to keep the fleet ready.
Navy civilians also play a role in the repair and maintenance of weapons and sensor systems. When a ship goes in for a refit, Navy civilians make it like new again. They ensure that ships are fully operational after maintenance and repairs, so that the Navy is always fully prepared to meet any challenge.
Navy civilians are responsible for naval ordinances.
Civilian personnel play an important role in Navy Ordnance. They are responsible for the procurement, storage, maintenance and management of all weapons including missiles, guns, torpedoes, ammunition and rockets. They ensure that the Navy’s weapons are in operational condition. Naval civilians also manage the distribution of ammunition to naval units and ensure that all required items are available in the right quantity at the right time as required.
Also delivery logistics
Wherever the Navy is deployed, Navy civilians also ensure that they get supplies on time. Navy civilians are responsible for timely procurement, storage and distribution of essential supplies. This includes everything from food, medicine, clothing to technical parts and appliances.