Graduate Marine Surveyor Trainee

Maritime and Coastguard Agency; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension

25 days annual leave

Bank Holidays

Staff discount portal

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working

Job summary

Maritime and Coastguard Agency in the United Kingdom offers a four-year Graduate Surveyor Scheme to become a fully qualified MCA Marine Surveyor. You will train in a marine office, supported by mentors, while learning the legal and practical aspects of maritime safety and pollution prevention.

The programme emphasizes developing competence through hands-on tasks, law, and standards awareness, with progression aligned to the Government’s maritime strategy and professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Relevant accredited engineering degree and eligibility for Chartered status.
• IT proficiency and ability to use Microsoft Office suite.
• Willingness to learn within a structured development programme.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Gaining understanding of MCA survey, inspection, audit and enforcement activities.
• Assist MCA Surveyors to maintain high marine safety standards and environmental protection.
• Attend Marine Office/HQ Operations Management meetings as required.
• Maintain personal competence and complete the graduate trainee training programme.

Skills

IT competence

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Accredited engineering degree (Naval Architecture / Marine / Mechanical)

Full UK Driving Licence

Degree completed within last 24 months

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maritime and Coastguard Agency in the United Kingdom offers a four-year Graduate Surveyor Scheme to become a fully qualified MCA Marine Surveyor. You will train in a marine office, supported by mentors, while learning the legal and practical aspects of maritime safety and pollution prevention.

The programme emphasizes developing competence through hands-on tasks, law, and standards awareness, with progression aligned to the Government’s maritime strategy and professional qualifications.