Marine Engineer Operations Manager

Red The Consultancy; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Marine Engineering Operations Manager for a full-time, permanent role in Falkirk. You will manage operations, ensure fleet maintenance, and provide excellent customer service. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, especially in diesel systems, with competitive remuneration and benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Shopping vouchers

Health cash plan

Contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Qualified engineer/technician.
• Experience with steering & propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage Marine Technicians and Operatives, ensuring high levels of customer service.
• Lead and motivate a team, manage absences, and ensure adherence to budgets and processes.
• Oversee fleet maintenance, safety, and customer service.

Skills

Diesel engine expertise

Fault diagnosis and repair skills

Hydraulic system knowledge

Good communication skills

Excellent customer care skills

Education

HNC/HND/City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering

Tools

Eberspacher hydronic heating system

12V & 240V systems

Job description

We require a Marine Engineering Operations Manager to join our Marine client in Falkirk for a full-time, permanent position. In this role, you will work on a rota, which includes weekends and bank holidays, as well as providing standby and call-out cover.

As a Marine Engineering Operations Manager, you will manage the Marine Technicians and Operatives, ensuring the highest level of customer service. The ability to diagnose and resolve issues with diesel engines, electrical systems, and plumbing within the fleet is essential.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

Essential:

• Full UK driving licence
• Qualified engineer/technician with HNC/HND/City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering
• Narrowboat or canal knowledge
• Diesel engine expertise
• Fault diagnosis and repair skills, capable of working independently
• Hydraulic system knowledge
• Good communication skills
• Excellent customer care skills
• Experience with steering & propulsion systems
• Eberspacher hydronic heating system knowledge
• Experience with 12V & 240V systems
• Welding skills
• Plumbing knowledge and fault-finding skills
• Painting experience

Preferred:

• Narrowboat handling skills
• Boat master/Helmsman license
• Awareness of heritage and environmental issues, such as invasive vegetation

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead and motivate a team of Bankside Operations Staff, including recruitment, performance reviews, training, and development planning. Manage absences, rota scheduling, and communicate business issues effectively. Ensure adherence to budgets and processes.
• Raise purchase orders following organizational procedures.
• Maintain high standards for fleet maintenance, inspections, safety, cleanliness, security, and customer service at Bankside.
• Be available for call-outs to attend to fleet breakdowns.
• Meet requirements for Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• Manage and deliver the winter works program for the fleet.
• Oversee the use and maintenance of vehicles, floating plant, and equipment.
• Minimize customer disruption by following stoppage procedures.
• Promote health and safety, conducting risk assessments, and reporting incidents.
• Ensure safe equipment use, review risk assessments, and conduct staff meetings.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and deliver on franchise agreements.
• Organize winter maintenance and boat safety inspections.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER

Salary of £38,000 – £42,500 per annum, including allowances. Starting salary of £34,165 (Band D).

• Benefits include:
• 28 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays
• Enhanced sick pay
• Shopping vouchers
• Health cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution