Marine Engineer/Technician Mechanic

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Marine Engineers/Technicians to join their team at the All-weather Lifeboat Centre in Poole. This role involves the refit and repair of lifeboats, ensuring they meet high-quality standards while working in a clean and organized environment. With a commitment to safety and efficiency, the center offers flexible working options, a competitive salary, and an outstanding pension scheme. Join this dedicated team and contribute to saving lives at sea while enjoying a fulfilling career in marine engineering.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Performance-related pay scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Outstanding pension scheme

Health and dental cash plan

Life assurance

Flexible working opportunities

Half day on Fridays

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3/BTEC.
• Experience in marine refits and repairs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Refit and repair All Weather Lifeboats, including diagnostics of mechanical systems.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Marine Engineering

Mechanical Systems Diagnostics

Hydraulics

Propulsion Systems

Repair and Maintenance

Education

City and Guilds Level 3

NVQ Level 3

BTEC Qualification

Job description

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Client:

RNLI

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Poole, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Marine Engineer/Technician Mechanic

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 (dependent on experience and hours worked)

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Additional information: 37/42 hours per week, including a half day on Friday. Flexible working options available.

Location: Poole, Dorset, England

Location description: All Weather Lifeboat Centre, Poole, Dorset

Interview date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 30-09-2024

Reference: 17729

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About Us

The All-weather Lifeboat Centre is RNLI's in-house boat building facility located in Poole, overseeing all stages of lifeboat build, repair, and refit.

We have a full schedule of Lifeboat Refits and are seeking experienced Marine Engineers / Mechanics to join our teams.

Some of the benefits

• £30,000 - £34,000 (dependent on experience and hours worked)
• Performance-related pay scheme annually reviewed
• 37 or 42 hour week contract option
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Time off in lieu available
• Half day on Fridays and flexible working opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

About the role

As a Technician Mechanic, you will undertake refit/repair of existing All Weather Lifeboats, including modifications, repairs, maintenance, vessel strip down, assembly, and diagnostics of mechanical systems such as engines, propulsion, hydraulics, and fuel systems. Working with other members of the ALC, you will ensure tasks are completed professionally and efficiently. A multi-skilled attitude is desirable.

The ALC provides a clean, organized, and safe work environment with all tools, materials, and PPE supplied.

About you

You must be able to work to engineering drawings and standardized work safely and efficiently. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team ensuring lifeboats are built and refitted on time and within budget, meeting RNLI’s quality standards.

Relevant City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3/BTEC qualifications, a time-served apprenticeship, or equivalent experience are essential.

Experience in boat production, marine refits, repairs, laminating, and working with epoxy composite materials is desirable.

Join us in building this centre of excellence and help save lives at sea!