Marine Engineer - London

Svitzer; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,144 - 60,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary starting at £54,605.71

Pension matched up to 10%

Life Cover

Company-funded training

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Svitzer is seeking a Marine Engineer for its London operation. The successful candidate will maintain and operate high-power tug machinery in a live port environment and ensure the safety and readiness of the engine room.

The role requires specific qualifications including STCW III/3 and a valid ENG1. Benefits include a salary starting at £54,605.71, regular reviews, and company-funded training.

Qualifications

• Minimum STCW III/3 Engineering Officer of the Watch required.
• Valid ENG1 and STCW certification with minimum 6 months validity.
• Experience in harbour towage or small vessel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate high‑power tug machinery in a live port environment.
• Diagnose faults and fix problems under pressure.
• Ensure safety and readiness of the engine room.

Skills

Strong fault-finding skills

Maintenance skills

Problem-solving skills

Professional mindset

Education

STCW III/3 Engineering Officer of the Watch

Valid ENG1 and STCW certification

Job description

Position

Marine Engineer – London operation at Svitzer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate high‑power tug machinery in a live port environment
• Diagnose faults and fix problems under pressure
• Own the condition, safety, and readiness of the engine room
• Support the Master and crew to keep the tug operational at all times
• Work effectively as part of a small, professional crew where trust and competence matter

Qualifications

• STCW III/3 Engineering Officer of the Watch minimum (III/2 preferred)
• Valid ENG1 and STCW certification (minimum 6 months validity)
• Strong fault‑finding, maintenance, and problem‑solving skills
• Harbour towage or small‑vessel experience preferred
• Professional mindset and pride in safe, reliable engineering
• Right to live and work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence and own transport required to access the port

Benefits

• Salary starting at £54,605.71 per annum with regular reviews
• Time‑for‑time contract
• Pension matched up to 10%
• Life Cover (4× pensionable salary) and single private medical insurance
• Progression to obtain Chief Engineer Small Vessel CoC
• 7 days leave after 3 years’ service
• Company‑funded training and certification
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme

Additional Information

• 1 week on / 1 week off rotation – work hard, then properly switch off
• Modern, well‑maintained fleet – no corner‑cutting, no neglected machinery
• Clear route to Chief Engineer (SV) – many senior engineers started here
• Real support for development – mentoring, training, and funded progression