Fleet Mechanical Engineer

Sea Career; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the offshore energy sector is seeking a Fleet Mechanical Engineer to conduct maintenance and repairs on their crew transfer vessels. This hybrid role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively while ensuring high safety standards. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

20 days leave allowance plus statutory holidays

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• 3-4 years’ experience as a ship engineer or marine mechanical engineering.
• STCW qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site maintenance and repairs on CTVs across the UK and Europe.
• Fault-finding and repairs of electrical, hydraulic, and heating systems.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure procurement is updated.

Skills

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Team Player

Education

NVQ Level 3 / Diploma / Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Cat C 32

ZF / Servo gear

Job description

About Us
Based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Mainprize Offshore is a market-leading crew transfer vessel (CTV) owner and operator that provides support to the offshore energy industry.
With a fishing heritage dating back over 350 years, Mainprize Offshore is synonymous with quality, customer satisfaction and professionalism. Our well-established reputation for quality transfer and oceanographic services has been driven through the embodiment of Mainprize Offshore’s core values:
• Our People - Our biggest asset is our people. We believe that creating a culture that empowers our people to be their best selves & promotes a positive work environment breeds success
• Embrace Changes – We strive to push the boundaries of innovation through our appetite to be the market leader within our sector. As the market changes and flexes, we pivot, adapt, and remain resilient.
• Customer Satisfaction – We pride ourselves on high levels of customer service through our reliability, proven excellence, and dedication to providing our clients with the very best service.

Due to rapid organisational growth, we are recruiting a people-focused, high-calibre talent for an exciting new opportunity.
Overview
Reporting to the Technical Engineering Manager, the successful person will be responsible for conducting on-site maintenance and repairs on our Company’s growing fleet of CTVs across the UK and Europe. Specific activities include but are not limited to minor component replacements to engine removal and installation.
The Fleet Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with crew members and colleagues across sites to ensure the CTV fleet’s continued availability. They will also self-motivated and solution-oriented with the capacity to work alone whilst enjoying working as part of a team.

Roles and Responsibilities
The Fleet Mechanical Engineer is primarily responsible for:
• The general vessel maintenance, inspection, and repairs ¬– engine types include: Cat C 32, C2.2, C3.3, Nannies genset. Gearboxes include: ZF / Servo gear.
• Fault-finding and repairs of vessel electrical, hydraulic, and heating systems.
• Conducting performance tests, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Collaborating with crew members to troubleshoot and train them on vessel maintenance and inspection.
• Travelling and working away from home at multiple sites across the UK and Europe.
• Adopting a flexible approach to work to align with operational necessities, particularly during breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Demonstrating and maintaining expected QHSE standards whilst working on any of the Company vessels and promoting a positive safety culture.
• Providing input in regard to the planning of and attending annual dockings when on rota.
• Monitoring stock levels in the warehouse and ensuring that the Procurement department are up to date with stock levels; Informing them to make orders as necessary.
• Buying and collecting spares and consumables needed for vessels.
• Sending daily progress reports (DPRs) and reporting all daily activities undertaken to the office.
• Being on call to diagnose and if possible, fix issues as they arise.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with local suppliers.
Requirements
• NVQ Level 3 / Diploma / Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Construction, Systems Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-4 years’ experience as a ship engineer or a strong ability to demonstrate service/experience with a shore-based marine mechanical engineering.
• STCW qualifications
• Experience with OS-HSC CTV/craft vessels.
• Willingness to travel overseas as directed by company for vessel visits, inspections, port calls, docking, maintenance assistance, etc.
• Resilient, a team player with a proactive mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Flexibility and availability to be ‘on-call’ in case of emergencies.
• Full valid driving licence.
Work Location:
• Hybrid/remote with in-office days in the Company’s Head Office (Scarborough, UK)
What We Offer
• Base salary of £xxx per annum DOE.
• Discretionary bonus
• Working hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Mon to Thurs) & 8:30 am – 2:30 pm (Fri) when office-based
• 20 days leave allowance plus statutory holidays
• Up to 5 days additional leave per year of service
• Lively company-funded social events
• Company pension
• Additional and special leave allowances including bereavement and birthday leave
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress code
• Additional benefits to be launched in early 2025