Marine Engineer

HSB Technical; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maritime sector is seeking a Marine Engineer to support their operations in Cremyll, Cornwall. The successful candidate will perform maintenance and repairs on various vessels, ensuring compliance with safety standards. This permanent role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified engineer with at least 3 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of diesel engines and propulsion systems.
• Familiar with working on vessels up to 300 tonnes.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on marine engines.
• Test and commission systems to ensure compliance.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship while assisting apprentices.

Skills

Fault finding

Servicing

Maintenance

Hydraulics

Electrical installation

Education

Maritime qualifications

Powerboat Level 2

Day Skipper with commercial endorsement

Job description

Position: Marine Engineer
Job ID: 2094/42
Location: Cremyll, Cornwall
Rate/Salary: GBP16.08p/h (moving up to GBP17.96p/h after a successful probation period)
Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors visit: (url removed) for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Marine Engineer

Typically, this person will support our clients Cremyll site in the repair, maintence, service and overhaul mostly commercial vessels of varying sizes.

HSB Technical s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Marine Engineer:

• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on marine engines and propulsion systems to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Work on a wide variety of vessels up to 300 tonnes, including RIBs and workboats, adapting to different configurations and marine environments.
• Test and commission systems and equipment to confirm full functionality and compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Install, inspect, and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems in accordance with technical specifications and safety standards.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship across all tasks while assisting the engineering foreman in the training and development of engineering apprentices.

Qualifications and requirements for the Marine Engineer:

• Experience & Qualifications: Qualified engineer with at least 3 years of experience; maritime and boat handling qualifications (e.g., Powerboat Level 2 or Day Skipper with commercial endorsement) are advantageous.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of diesel engines, including fault finding and servicing; experienced in jet drive propulsion, engine/gearbox installation, alignment, and various on board systems such as hydraulics, bilge, cooling, and heating.
• Vessel & System Knowledge: Capable of working on vessels up to 300 tonnes, both ashore and afloat; familiar with propulsion, steering, and fresh/domestic/saltwater systems; electrical installation knowledge is a plus.
• Work Requirements: Willing to work flexible hours, including outside normal schedules for vessel launches; security vetting required; must be eligible to work on MoD sites.
• Licences & Compliance: Full driving licence required; adherence to safety, operational, and security standards is essential.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.