Lighthouse Maintenance Engineer

The Corporation of Trinity House; Penzance; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime charity and lighthouse authority is seeking a Lighthouse Maintenance Engineer in Penzance. This role involves maintaining navigation aids, supervising installations, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have technical maintenance experience and a Level 3 qualification in an electronic discipline. The position offers generous expenses, overtime opportunities, and a commitment to maritime safety.

Benefits

Generous expenses policy

Overnight stay payments

Pension scheme with 28.9% employer contribution

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Good level of experience in a technical maintenance/installation role.
• Appropriate training as provided by a craft apprenticeship.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and maintenance on Navigation Aids.
• Update the Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS).
• Supervise on-site installations of new equipment.

Skills

Technical maintenance experience

Experience with PLC control systems

Knowledge of electronic fault finding

Understanding of Health & Safety regulations

Education

Level 3 qualification in electronic discipline

Job description

Overview

Lighthouse Maintenance Engineer – Permanent – St Just – £37,768.00 - £43,008.00 per annum – 37 hours per week

Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our field operations team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the UK's vital maritime safety assets while working alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and maritime professionals.

What You'll Do

• Maintenance. Responsible for carrying out technical tasks in support to the Field Operations team traveling to many seaside and offshore locations working on Navigation Aids and support systems at lighthouses, cottages and associated buildings and structures.
• Carry out inspections, and maintenance regimes: You will be responsible for ensuring the Maintenance Management Information System we use (MMIS) is kept up to date, this system can then be utilised to plan upcoming works with the team. The MMIS is to be updated with both completed tasks and new works required to ensure the lighthouses are kept fully operational at all times.
• Manage records, supplies, and stores: As well as reporting necessary works, you will be expected to use our MMIS to document inspection results and maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies required on-station.
• Site Supervision and Installation Works: Once at a competent level within the team you will have opportunity to be responsible for supervising on-site installations of new equipment and technology from supporting departments within the corporation, organising other team members and contractors work and carrying out technical tasks in support of the team.
• Work with helicopters, large ships, and local boats: Trinity House utilises the helicopters and three ships, as well as local boats to carry out its work. You will have the opportunity to plan travel onboard and work alongside all of them.
• Travel and explore: From rugged coastal sites to isolated offshore lighthouses, you will visit some of the most breathtaking locations in the country. Bear in mind that extended time away from home is a key aspect of this role. You will however be compensated accordingly.
• Gain valuable training and qualifications in a wide variety of engineering, maritime operations, and health & safety disciplines.

What We Offer

• Generous expenses policy covering food and accommodation while working away.
• Additional payments for overnight stays at lighthouses.
• Significant overtime opportunities, allowing you to increase your earnings considerably.
• All required tools, uniform, and training provided, ensuring you can carry out your work safely and comfortably.
• Membership in the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with an exceptional 28.9% employer pension contribution.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, cycle-to-work scheme, annual bonus scheme, and access to benefits and discounts for healthcare, shopping, and leisure.
• Be part of a historic maritime institution, joining a small cohort of specialists who live and work on offshore lighthouses.
• Contribute to maritime safety, maintaining some of the UK's most important navigation aids.

We would love to hear from you if you have the following Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Skills and Experience

• A good level of experience in a technical maintenance/installation role.
• Experienced in the maintenance of PLC based control systems.
• An appropriate level of practical training as provided by a craft apprenticeship.
• Expansive knowledge of electronic fault finding to component level.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and Electricity at Work regulations desirable.

Qualifications

• A level 3 qualification in a relevant electronic based discipline or suitable experience.
• Full driving licence.

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We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we look forward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusive environment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the online application process, by submitting your CV along with a supporting statement, evidencing how you meet the role requirements.