Marine Engineer

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; Conwy; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure marine company in Conwy is seeking a skilled Marine Engineer to join the Conwy Marina team. In this hands-on role, you will maintain and repair customer vessels, focusing on engines and onboard systems. Ideal candidates will have proven boat maintenance experience, strong customer service skills, and a commitment to health and safety. The role offers a competitive salary, numerous employee benefits, and a friendly work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

29 days’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in boat maintenance, repairs, and refits.
• Competent with engines, electrical systems, plumbing, and general onboard maintenance.
• Health & safety aware, with the ability to follow policies and safe operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain health & safety standards across the marina and boatyard.
• Service, diagnose, repair, and refit inboard/outboard engines.
• Install and maintain onboard systems including electrical and plumbing.

Skills

Boat maintenance experience

Engines competency

Electrical systems knowledge

Strong teamwork skills

Health & safety awareness

Customer service skills

Physically fit

Ability to swim

Job description

Marine Engineer – North Wales Coast

Salary: From £30k DOE | Location: Conwy Marina

Are you passionate about boats and getting people out on the water? We’re working with a well‑established UK leisure marine company, operating vibrant marinas across the UK. They’re looking for a skilled Marine Engineer to join their busy Conwy Marina team, supporting berth holders and visiting customers alike.

About the role

As a Marine Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the maintenance and repair of customers’ vessels, focusing on onboard systems such as engines, generators, electrical installations, and plumbing. You’ll also assist the boatyard team with lifting, relaunching, and general yard operations. This is a hands‑on role that requires flexibility, teamwork, and a strong focus on safety.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain health & safety standards across the marina and boatyard.
• Service, diagnose, repair, and refit inboard/outboard engines (diesel & petrol).
• Install and maintain onboard systems including electrical and plumbing.
• Assist the Boatcare team with lifting, high‑pressure washing, blocking off, and relaunching vessels.
• Liaise with customers professionally, providing advice and support.
• Support planning and coordination of boatyard work, ensuring jobs are completed efficiently.
• Keep the boatyard and public areas clean, safe, and tidy.
• Operate yard equipment safely and maintain machinery in line with compliance standards.
• Record inspections and servicing of equipment.
• Undertake other tasks to support marina operations as required.

Skills & qualifications

• Proven experience in boat maintenance, repairs, and refits.
• Competent with engines, electrical systems, plumbing, and general onboard maintenance.
• Health & safety aware, with the ability to follow policies and safe operating procedures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Physically fit and able to lift 25kg safely; comfortable working outside in all weather.
• Ability to swim.
• Willingness to undertake training for plant operation, towing, and handling boats safely.

Why join

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 29 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Pension scheme and range of employee benefits including Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work, EAP, and Life Insurance.
• Discounts on berthing and boat sales.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Friendly, dynamic team and supportive work environment.
• Free on‑site parking.

Conwy Marina, set against the stunning backdrop of Snowdonia National Park, is a hub for boating activity on the North Wales coast. If you’re enthusiastic about marine engineering and want to work somewhere that values both people and boats, this is the perfect role for you.