Engineer Officer

Red Funnel Limited; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel concessions

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Red Funnel Limited in Southampton seeks an experienced Engineer Officer to support the operation and maintenance of propulsion systems, electrical distribution, and onboard equipment. The role involves deputising for the Chief Engineer, monitoring machinery performance, and leading engineering activities on a rostered 41-hour week across a 22-hour operation, seven days a week.

Accommodation is not provided on-board, so candidates must reside within commuting distance of our Southampton

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience working with marine diesel engines on passenger or commercial vessels.
• Strong leadership and team-working capabilities in a marine environment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and rectify faults in propulsion and onboard systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Engineer with operation and maintenance of propulsion systems and onboard equipment.
• Deputise for the Chief Engineer when required.
• Monitor machinery performance and carry out inspections to identify defects.
• Lead or assist with emergency drills and ensure lifesaving equipment is ready for use.
• Coach and develop engineering team members and new recruits.
• Support vessel loading operations and mezzanine deck activities as needed.
• Assist with refit planning, budget control and contractor supervision.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.

Skills

Technical engineering

Leadership & teamwork

Decision making

Communication

Safety mindset

Education

Engine Room Watch Rating Unlimited III/4 (STCW95)

ENG1 medical certificate

Personal Survival Techniques

MCA Fire Fighting Certificate

Tools

Marine diesel engines

Job description

Be Part of Something Wonderfully Different

At Red Funnel, we're proud to be Wonderfully Different and deliver a lifeline service for the Isle of Wight. Behind every sailing is a network of talented people working together to make a difference, and this is an exciting time to join us!

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Engineer Officer Full time to play a key role in the safe operation and maintenance of our fleet. Working alongside the Chief Engineer, you'll help ensure vessels operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while delivering an exceptional service to our customers. This is an exciting opportunity for a marine engineering professional who enjoys a varied role, leadership responsibilities, and working in a dynamic operational environment. You must also be able diagnose and rectify faults in a wide range of machinery, including propulsion systems. Good communication skills are paramount as are excellent written and verbal skills. Hours are based on a 41 per week, working on a rostered shift system covering a 22-hour operation, over 7 days a week. Accommodation isn’t available on-board so it’s key that you reside a commutable distance from our Southampton terminals.

Location: Southampton Salary: Competitive + Benefits Contract:Fixed Term

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Chief Engineer with the operation and maintenance of propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, electrical distribution systems, and onboard equipment.
• Deputising for the Chief Engineer when required.
• Monitoring machinery performance, maintaining engineering records, and carrying out inspections to identify and rectify defects.
• Leading or assisting with emergency drills and ensuring emergency systems and lifesaving equipment are maintained and ready for use.
• Coaching and developing engineering team members and new recruits.
• Supporting vessel loading operations and mezzanine deck activities when required.
• Assisting with refit planning, budget control, and contractor supervision.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance throughout engineering spaces.

Essential Qualifications

• Engine Room Watch Rating Unlimited III/4 (STCW95).
• Current ENG1 medical certificate.
• Personal Survival Techniques Certificate.
• MCA-approved Fire Fighting Certificate.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience working with marine diesel engines on passenger vessels, commercial vessels, or similar marine environments.

Key Skills

• Strong technical engineering knowledge.
• Effective leadership and teamworking skills.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Resilient, safety-focused, and proactive approach to work.

Why Join Us?

In return, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Travel concessions.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work within a highly skilled marine engineering team.