Marine Engineer

HSB Technical Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Marine Engineer to join their dynamic team in Plymouth. This role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, from diagnosing technical issues on marine vessels to performing routine maintenance and repairs. The ideal candidate will possess a Marine Engineering Qualification and a full UK Driving Licence, demonstrating a commitment to high standards and customer satisfaction. With a focus on providing top-level service, you'll manage your workload efficiently while liaising directly with clients. If you're passionate about marine engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days + bank holidays

Training courses

Mobile phone

Pension

Uniform

Qualifications

• Marine Engineering Qualification desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and basic IT skills required.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose technical issues and perform upgrades on vessels.
• Handle breakdown repairs and routine maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with customers and maintain service records.

Skills

Diagnosing technical issues

Upgrading older vessels

Handling breakdown repairs

Routine maintenance

Mechanical systems of generators

Customer service

Education

Marine Engineering Qualification

Tools

Electronic parts catalogues

Job description

Position: Marine Engineer
Job ID: 2818/2
Location: Plymouth
Rate/Salary: £34 – 44K Plus
Type: Permanent / Full Time
Benefits: 25 days + BH, training courses, mobile phone, pension, uniform

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors.

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 need to be ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities from diagnosing technical issues and upgrading older vessels, to handling breakdown repairs and routine maintenance for marine leisure and commercial boats, as well as working on the mechanical systems of generators.

HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Marine Engineer:

Inboard & outboard engines
Engine controls & electrical systems
Gearboxes, stern drives, IPS & stern gear
Generators, pumps, fuel tanks & systems
Thrusters, hydraulics, lifting & stropping
Sea trials and diagnostics
Manage your own workload efficiently
Complete timesheets and maintain service records (often online)
Use electronic parts catalogues to identify and order parts
Liaise directly with customers, providing updates and top-level service
Respond to enquiries with professionalism and technical expertise

Qualifications and requirement for the Marine Engineer:

Marine Engineering Qualification desirable
Full UK Driving Licence
Strong attention to detail
Basic IT Skills.
A commitment to high standards and customer satisfaction
A "go the extra mile" attitude to keep customers returning.

Desirable but not necessary:

Forklift licence
Manual handling
VHF
Main dealer / manufacturing training.
Powerboat level 2

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