Marine Engineer

Red The Consultancy; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Marine Engineer to maintain and repair their growing fleet of CTVs across various UK and Europe locations. The ideal candidate will have relevant engineering qualifications and experience with MTU/Volvo engines. Responsibilities include general maintenance, fault-finding, and conducting engine changes. Shifts will be involved, along with travel to multiple sites.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a service engineer role.
• Previous experience in a marine related role.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• General vessel maintenance, inspection, and repairs.
• Engine changes (MTU, MAN, and Volvo Penta).
• Fault-finding and repairs of vessel electrical, hydraulic, and heating systems.

Skills

Experience with MTU/Volvo engines

Diagnostic checks and in-depth fault-finding

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent team player

Education

L3 Diploma/NVQ Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Marine Engineer required to be based from any of our client site locations such as Suffolk, Grimsby, West Coast, Ramsgate and Buckie. Reporting to the Technical Superintendent, the Marine Engineer will undertake maintenance and repairs, on location, of our client’s growing fleet of CTVs around the UK and Europe with work tasks ranging from minor equipment replacements to removing and installing engines. You will work with crew members and colleagues across the sites to ensure the ongoing availability of the CTV fleet.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

• L3 Diploma/NVQ Engineering or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience with MTU/Volvo engines (preferred)
• Demonstrable experience in a service engineer role
• Previous experience working on high‑speed engines
• Ability to complete diagnostic checks and in‑depth fault‑finding
• Previous experience in a marine related role
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent team player and a proactive mentality
• Strong problem‑solving and organisational skills
• Full, valid driving license

Please note: There will be shift work involved in this role (2 weeks on, 1 week off), along with travel to various UK sites.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• General vessel maintenance, inspection and repairs.
• Engine changes (MTU, MAN and Volvo Penta).
• Gearbox changes (Twindisc and Servogear).
• Fault‑finding and repairs of vessel electrical, hydraulic and heating systems.
• Work closely with the crews to understand their problems and train them to service/check their vessel.
• Travel and work away from home at multiple sites around the UK and Europe.
• Take a flexible approach to working hours and to work in accordance with operational requirements (including in the event of breakdowns/emergency repairs).
• Demonstrate and maintain expected QHSE standards whilst working on any of our vessels, on any sites, and promote a positive safety culture.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER

Competitivesalary and benefits package