Marine Technician

Matchtech; Milford Haven; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading port authority is seeking a Marine Technician in Milford Haven. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining the marine vessel fleet and Aids to Navigation, ensuring compliance and operational safety. Candidates should have significant hands-on experience with marine diesel engines, relevant engineering qualifications, and strong communication skills. The role may require out-of-hours work. An opportunity to advance your career in a key operational environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience with marine diesel engines and small commercial vessels.
• Time-served vessel maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Good computer literacy and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair of the port's marine vessel fleet.
• Support planned maintenance, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors.

Skills

Marine diesel engine maintenance

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Technical drawing interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualification Level 3 or above

Tools

Marine Radio Operator's Certificate

Crane / material handling licence

Job description

Our client, a leading port authority, is seeking a Marine Technician to support the maintenance, reliability, and future development of its marine vessel fleet and Aids to Navigation. This is a hands‑on role working at the heart of port operations, ensuring vessels and equipment remain safe, compliant, and operational in support of port activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance and repair of the port's marine vessel fleet
• Support planned maintenance, inspections, audits, and compliance activities
• Assist with the upkeep of Aids to Navigation, including navigation lights, buoys, and beacons
• Maintain vessel stores and spares, including audits and accurate record-keeping
• Support the maintenance of marine pollution response vessels and equipment
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors as required
• Accurately record all maintenance activities using the port's maintenance systems
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained to required safety standards

Job Requirements

• Significant hands‑on experience working on marine diesel engines and small commercial vessels
• Relevant engineering qualification to Level 3 or above
• Time‑served vessel maintenance experience or equivalent
• Understanding of the MCA Small Commercial Vessel (SCV) / Pilot Boat Code
• Previous workshop‑based engineering experience
• Strong engineering fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to read and interpret technical drawings
• Good computer literacy and record‑keeping skills
• Full UK driving licence (Category BE)
• Strong communication skills

Desirable

• MCA Pollution 2P qualification
• Experience with low‑voltage electrical and electronic systems
• Experience maintaining Aids to Navigation (AtoN)
• First Aid certification
• Crane / material handling licence
• Marine Radio Operator's Certificate
• Vessel handling qualifications

Additional Information

• The role is based in Milford Haven
• Applicants must live within 30 miles or one hour's travel of the port
• The position includes out‑of‑hours and call‑out working on a rota basis
• Work will involve outdoor activity in all weather conditions
• Occasional overnight travel may be required
• Full compliance with health, safety, and port authority policies is essential

If you are an experienced Marine Technician looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you