Early Careers TSO Ship Structure Assistant Specialist

the Company; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the marine sector is seeking an Assistant Specialist for their Naval Technical Support Office. This position, starting in September 2026, will involve contributing to the design and life-cycle management of naval vessels and infrastructure. Candidates should have a BEng degree or equivalent, proficiency in English, and a strong willingness to learn. This role offers competitive salary, mentorship, and robust training opportunities, fostering professional development in a technical field.

Benefits

Health insurance

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• A BEng degree or equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution recognised by Lloyds Register in a relevant field of engineering.
• Proficiency in the English language, including adeptness in report writing for technical reports.
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural assessments and review design documentation.
• Prepare reports and certificates in an agreed format.
• Collect, analyse and present data effectively.
• Maintain technical file systems and manage computer databases.

Skills

Proficiency in the English language

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong desire to learn

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

BEng degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job ID : 41264

Technical Support Office- Assistant Specialist

Role Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join our Naval Technical Support Office as an Assistant Specialist in September 2026. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to build practical engineering and assurance skills within the naval and marine sectors guided by seasoned maritime professionals.

As part of Lloyds Register’s Global Naval and Marine Structures Team you will contribute to projects supporting the design, construction and life‑cycle management of naval vessels, warships, submarines and supporting infrastructure. This team provides independent technical assurance and consultancy for both newbuild and operational naval assets serving defence organisations, shipyards and government clients worldwide.

About the Company

Lloyds Register is a world leader in delivering engineering and assurance services for the marine, naval and offshore industries. We partner with navies, shipbuilders and defence contractors to ensure that vessels are designed, built, operated and maintained to the highest safety, quality and environmental standards.

Our expertise spans naval architecture, structural integrity, hydrodynamics, safety and survivability, propulsion systems and materials technology, helping clients across the global defence and commercial marine sectors ensure performance, resilience and regulatory compliance.

Work Environment

This position may require site visits to shipyards, dry docks, naval bases and onboard vessels, sometimes involving work at height in confined spaces or over water. The environment may also involve exposure to various marine materials and operational conditions relevant to naval engineering. All necessary safety and technical training will be provided.

What we offer you

• A role that starts in September 2026.
• A fixed‑term contract for 2 years.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Health insurance.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• The opportunity to work for an organisation with a strong sense of purpose, values‑driven, and that supports professional and personal development through a range of people development programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structural assessments and review design documentation in accordance with defined specifications and scope, considering budget constraints and contractual obligations.
• Prepare reports, certificates or documents in an agreed format and within specified timelines.
• Collect, analyse and present data effectively.
• Establish and maintain technical file systems as well as manage computer databases, providing administrative support as needed.
• Communicate customer feedback promptly and effectively.
• Perform tasks in compliance with internal procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation and industry standards.
• Propose suggestions to enhance service delivery effectiveness by recommending changes to processes or work scope, aiming to reduce appraisal efforts where feasible.
• Engage in continuous professional development to uphold a high level of discipline, knowledge and awareness.

Required Qualifications

• A BEng degree or equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution recognised by Lloyds Register in a relevant field of engineering.
• Proficiency in the English language, including adeptness in report writing for technical reports.
• Profound knowledge of structural engineering design principles essential for designing and analysing steel or concrete structures; familiarity with offshore structures is advantageous.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards, and with the procedures and practices of Classification, Certification, Verification and Validation applicable to design appraisal services concerning the ocean economy.
• Strong desire to learn and develop skills in the Marine Industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.

You are someone who

• Can self‑manage and prioritise tasks towards achieving goals.
• Has willingness to work as part of a team.
• Desires to learn how to communicate technical ideas in a structured and simple way.
• Enjoys building relationships with team members, displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment, and can work both independently and as part of a team with colleagues in person and around the world.
• Has perseverance in the face of obstacles and attention to detail.
• Has a drive and is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering tasks in a timely manner and of high quality.
• Demonstrates initiative and proactiveness, and has flexibility adjusting approach when necessary.
• Acts with integrity, dignity and respect; is a truthful individual who admits mistakes to get support from a direct manager as appropriate.
• Works in accordance with professional codes of conduct and the LR Code of Ethics in IMS01.

Security Clearance

• Successful candidates must be able to achieve a UK security clearance.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter explaining their interest in this Early Careers role opening in September 2026. For any questions you may contact Careers @ [email protected].

About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification compliance and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry. We are a trusted advisor to our customers, helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

Be a part of

Lloyds Register is wholly owned by the Lloyds Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through the promotion of safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyds Register colleagues and the Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action‑oriented solutions to make the world a safer place.

Want to apply.

At Lloyds Register we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It is ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed and continually strive to lead with values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our future and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences; we celebrate them!

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.

If you don’t tick every box in these ads, please don’t rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our goal of working together for a safer, sustainable thriving ocean economy.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyds Register

Together we are one Lloyds Register committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
• Communicate and promote vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
• Anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as required.
• Support any existing employee who acquires a disability or long‑term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
• At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Years
Vacancy: 1