Electrical Specialist

Atlas Recruitment Group Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,631 - 29,714; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking Level 2/3 engineers for Electrical / Mechanical Labour Support in Plymouth. This 6-month contract involves maintaining electrical and mechanical systems onboard vessels during deep maintenance periods. The successful candidate must hold a relevant Level 2/3 qualification and ideally possess experience in marine or heavy engineering environments. This role offers competitive pay and the chance to contribute to projects of national significance.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine or heavy engineering environments.
• Prior experience with ships, submarines, or commercial vessels is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance of dedicated mechanical and electrical systems.
• Report on system equipment and condition.
• Rectify defects of equipment.

Skills

Maintenance of mechanical systems

Maintenance of electrical systems

Reporting on system equipment

Defect rectification

Education

Relevant Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

Electrical / Mechanical Labour Support – £17.88-£21.57 p/h (dependant on experience) | Plymouth | 6 months

Join one of the UK’s most prestigious engineering projects at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth. We’re looking for Level 2/3 engineers in Electrical or Mechanical to support major onboard ships with upkeeping duties and help keep them operational during deep maintenance periods.

This 6‑month contract offers up to £21.57 p/hr, with a 35‑hour workweek (Mon–Fri, early finish Fridays). The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting to maintain electrical and mechanical systems onboard vessels in deep maintenance periods and contributing to the regeneration of systems and equipment to full operational condition ready for tests and trials by:

• Conducting maintenance of dedicated mechanical and electrical systems
• Reporting on system equipment and condition to ensure stakeholder awareness for future operation
• Rectifying defect of equipment

If you’re time‑served, hold a relevant Level 2/3 qualification, and have experience in marine or heavy engineering environments, we want to hear from you. Prior experience with ships, submarines, or commercial vessels is highly desirable but not essential.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance.

Candidates will need to go through BPSS clearance.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Maritime Transportation

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