Marine Engineer

Todd Hayes Ltd; Wroxham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious manufacturing company based in Wroxham is seeking a Marine Engineer to join their team. The role involves building and installing engineering systems for luxury yachts, with flexible working arrangements available. Candidates should have strong knowledge of marine engineering systems and be able to collaborate effectively with other trades. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and excellent benefits including holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer pension contributions

Flexible shifts and working patterns

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of marine engineering systems.
• Ability to safely use tools and work in confined spaces.
• Experience in a similar role within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Build and install engineering systems on luxury yachts.
• Collaborate with other trades during yacht builds.
• Prepare and install engineering systems according to specifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering systems knowledge

Ability to work collaboratively

Attention to detail

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

City & Guilds qualifications

Tools

TIG welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Marine Engineer. Our prestigious, manufacturing client, based in Wroxham, are currently seeking a Marine Engineer to join their highly reputable company. This is a full-time, permanent position. Our client offers flexible working. Working Monday to Friday, 40-hour weeks with enhanced rates and incentives available. Examples include:

• Early starts from 06:30 to complete your 40 hours before a Friday.
• Enhanced overtime rates for completing 40+ hours.
• Additional one-off payments over 45 hours (alongside enhanced overtime rates).

Responsibilities

• Building and installing engineering systems on the luxury yachts in build.
• Supporting, and working collaboratively with, other trades during yacht build.
• Responsible for the preparation, build and installation of engineering systems in line with the current drawings, specifications, and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical engineering systems including, but not limited to, hydraulics, plumbing (domestic, marine, grey, black, fresh water), air conditioning, gas installations, engine/gearbox, and final drive installations.
• City & Guilds qualifications (as a minimum).
• Broad understanding of the requirements for marine engineering installations within yacht or recreational craft.
• Knowledge of construction techniques used in GRP boats.
• Good understanding of current marine engineering technologies.
• Good awareness of H + S requirements, guidelines, and best practice.
• Ability to build and install engineering systems in recreational craft.
• Ability to work on own initiative and work collaboratively with other trades.
• Ability to safely use ladders, work on uneven levels and in confined spaces.
• Able to read and interpret Engineering drawings and written specifications.
• Able to safely use hand, power, and bench mounted tools, including polishers and grinders.
• Experience of metal fabrication including TIG welding.
• Mechanical engineering installations within the yacht or recreational craft building industry.
• Been in a similar role within the previous 2 years.
• Exceptional "attention to detail" attitude with a "right first-time" approach.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay and overtime opportunities
• Flexitime available
• 22 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Employer pension contributions
• Flexible shifts and working patterns
• Training opportunities and support
• Company's administered contributory sickness and accident insurance scheme
• Occupational sick pay after six months service
• Lifeworks employee assistance programme

For further details of this exciting opportunity please forward a copy of your CV today!

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone individually; however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward.

If we can take your application further we will of course be in touch.

Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Todd Hayes Ltd