Marine Engineer - Path to Chief Engineer (Funded)

Svitzer; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Healthcare options

Employee Assistance Programme

Training & certification

Job summary

SVITZER in the Floating Pool across UK ports seeks a Marine Engineer to operate, maintain and fault-diagnose vessel systems, with a clear path to Chief Engineer supported by funded development.

You will work a 1-2 week on/off rotation, applying STCW qualifications, ENG1 medical validity, and a full UK driving licence to support safe operations and lead a small team while progressing toward Chief Engineer.

Qualifications

• Minimum STCW III/1 EOOW for Small Vessel <9000 kW / <3000 GT.
• All STCW basic training up to date.
• ENG1 Medical with at least 6 months remaining.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot marine equipment and systems.
• Ensure vessel machinery and deck systems are in top condition.
• Supervise and train engine room staff; coordinate repairs.
• Participate in dry-docking, surveys and defect logs.
• Prepare and report faults to Master and Superintendent Engineer.

Skills

EOOW Small Vessel

Fault diagnosis

Harbour towage

Deck experience

Analytical skills

English (ENG1) medical

UK Driving Licence

Job description

SVITZER in the Floating Pool across UK ports seeks a Marine Engineer to operate, maintain and fault-diagnose vessel systems, with a clear path to Chief Engineer supported by funded development.

You will work a 1-2 week on/off rotation, applying STCW qualifications, ENG1 medical validity, and a full UK driving licence to support safe operations and lead a small team while progressing toward Chief Engineer.