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MARINE ENGINEER
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Cardiff
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GBP 30,000 - 40,000
Full time
2 days ago
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Job summary
Cardiff Harbour Authority is seeking a Marine Engineer to join the Harbour Master's Team. This role involves maintaining and repairing vessels, requiring a marine engineering qualification and experience with diesel engines. The engineer will work in a variety of challenging conditions, showcasing their expertise and communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively.
Qualifications
- Experience with small diesel and outboard engines.
- Able to work alone and in a small team.
- Computer literate in office applications.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, service, and repair Harbour Authority vessels.
- Ensure safety of navigation within harbour limits.
- Work in various conditions including confined spaces and on water.
Skills
Maintenance of diesel engines
Communication skills
Teamwork
Education
Marine engineering qualification
Job description
About The Service
Cardiff Harbour Authority (CHA) was established on 1st April 2000 and took over the responsibilities of Cardiff Bay Development Corporation as set out in the Cardiff Bay Barrage Act 1993. In doing so the Harbour Authority performs the statutory Harbour Authority functions on behalf of Cardiff Council.
The Harbour Master team operate a small fleet of specialist work vessels used to ensure the statutory functions the Harbour Authority are met and safety of navigation is maintained within the Harbour limits.
About the job
An opportunity has arisen for a Marine Engineer to work within the Harbour Master's Team at Cardiff Harbour Authority.
Reporting to the Harbour Master, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing Harbour Authority vessels and associated equipment and structures.
What We Are Looking For From You
The successful candidate will have a marine engineering qualification as well as experience of working on small diesel and outboard engines and experience of maintaining and servicing small commercial vessels.
Whilst Marine engineering qualifications are extremely desirable; we also welcome applications from individuals with transferable qualifications from the Automotive, Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and Aviation sectors; as well as qualifications gained with the Armed Forces.
The successful candidate will also be self motivated and able to work alone and in a small team and have the communication skills to be able to deal effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
You will have good oral and written communication skills, be computer-literate with familiarity in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
You will also be required to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and the role will require working in dirty, cold and wet conditions, in confined spaces, at height and on the water.
Additional information
A full and valid driving licence is an essential requirement for this role.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
The grade is all-inclusive, Monday to Friday.
If you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Harbour Master, Andrew Vye-Parminter or Deputy Harbour Master Tim Gifford on Tel (029) 2087 7900, or e-mail avye-parminter@cardiff.gov.uk .
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website :
Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-
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Cardiff Harbour Authority (CHA) was established on 1st April 2000 and took over the responsibilities of Cardiff Bay Development Corporation as set out in the Cardiff Bay Barrage Act 1993. In doing so the Harbour Authority performs the statutory Harbour Authority functions on behalf of Cardiff Council.
The Harbour Master team operate a small fleet of specialist work vessels used to ensure the statutory functions the Harbour Authority are met and safety of navigation is maintained within the Harbour limits.
About the job
An opportunity has arisen for a Marine Engineer to work within the Harbour Master's Team at Cardiff Harbour Authority.
Reporting to the Harbour Master, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing Harbour Authority vessels and associated equipment and structures.
What We Are Looking For From You
The successful candidate will have a marine engineering qualification as well as experience of working on small diesel and outboard engines and experience of maintaining and servicing small commercial vessels.
Whilst Marine engineering qualifications are extremely desirable; we also welcome applications from individuals with transferable qualifications from the Automotive, Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and Aviation sectors; as well as qualifications gained with the Armed Forces.
The successful candidate will also be self motivated and able to work alone and in a small team and have the communication skills to be able to deal effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
You will have good oral and written communication skills, be computer-literate with familiarity in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
You will also be required to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and the role will require working in dirty, cold and wet conditions, in confined spaces, at height and on the water.
Additional information
A full and valid driving licence is an essential requirement for this role.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
The grade is all-inclusive, Monday to Friday.
If you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Harbour Master, Andrew Vye-Parminter or Deputy Harbour Master Tim Gifford on Tel (029) 2087 7900, or e-mail avye-parminter@cardiff.gov.uk .
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website :
Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-
- Application Guidance
- Applying for jobs with us
- Behavioural Competency Framework
- Employee Charter
- Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
Attachments
- Job Description and Person Specification
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