Marine Engineer

Marine Resources; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK boatyard is seeking an experienced Leisure Marine Engineer to join their expanding team in Colchester. The ideal candidate will be skilled in diagnosing and repairing marine engines, servicing both diesel and petrol engines, and installing boat systems. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and a supportive team environment. If you have a passion for high-quality engineering and want to be part of an innovative company, apply now.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Company pension

Employee discount

On-site parking

Company events

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leisure marine engineering is ideal.
• Strong mechanical background from automotive/agricultural sectors is also considered.
• High standards and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on leisure marine engines.
• Installing and servicing engines and boat systems.
• Producing accurate job reports.

Skills

Diagnostic skills on marine engines

Servicing diesel engines

Servicing petrol engines

Low-voltage electrical installation

Attention to detail

Job description

I'm recruiting for a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Leisure Marine Engineer to join a well-established UK boatyard that's growing fast and investing heavily in new projects. This is a brilliant role for someone who loves hands‑on engineering, variety in their day, and being part of a close‑knit, forward‑thinking team.

The business has been a respected name in the leisure marine world for decades and is now pushing ahead with exciting expansion plans. They're passionate about innovation and high‑quality engineering, and they're looking for someone who shares that energy and pride in their craft.

What you'll be doing

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on various leisure marine engines and drive systems
• Servicing diesel and petrol engines
• Installing outboard and inboard engines
• Fitting and maintaining boat systems — propulsion, steering, generators and more
• Working on fuel, hydraulic and water systems
• Low‑voltage electrical installation, upgrades, and fault‑finding
• Producing accurate job timings, parts lists and clear engineering reports

Who we're looking for

• A background in leisure marine engineering is ideal
• Strong mechanical experience from automotive or agricultural sectors will also be considered
• Someone who works to exceptionally high standards and takes pride in getting the job done right
• A team player with great attention to detail and a strong awareness of health & safety
• Someone flexible enough to support additional hours during busy periods

What's on offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On‑site parking
• Company events
• A genuinely friendly, supportive team environment

If you'd like to be considered, please apply with your CV.