Mechanical Engineer

HSB Technical; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer in Lowestoft. Key responsibilities include maintaining shipboard equipment and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate is a qualified engineer with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This permanent role offers a chance to work in dynamic environments across the maritime sector.

Qualifications

• Relevant onshore/offshore support experience required.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Must be able to drive a lorry up to 12 tonnes, or be willing to obtain the relevant license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain shipboard mechanical equipment safely.
• Ensure tools and equipment are well-maintained.
• Complete job reports after tasks.
• Promote company QHSE policies.
• Provide out-of-hours service when necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Hydraulic/Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Job Overview

Position: Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer

Job ID: 1613/38

Location: Lowestoft

Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors - visit: (url removed) for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

Typically, this person will carry out repairs on mechanical, domestic and hydraulic equipment both onboard vessels and in the repair workshop. Repairs may also include work for external customers.

HSB Technical's client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all shipboard mechanical equipment is operated and maintained in a safe, efficient manner.
• Maintain all tools and equipment to a high standard.
• Ensure company-approved Planned Maintenance / Purchasing systems are kept fully up to date.
• Complete job reports after every job.
• Allocate all materials used against the relevant job.
• Ensure all appropriate PTW's, isolations, risk assessments, and method statements are in place before starting tasks. Initiate “Stop the Job” if unsafe practices are observed.
• Provide out-of-hours service when required.
• Actively promote and progress company QHSE policies.
• Assist other divisions when required.
• Maintain regular communication with management, crews, clients, and suppliers (both verbal and written).

Qualifications

• Qualified Hydraulic/Mechanical Engineer with relevant onshore/offshore support experience.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Strong professional and verbal communication skills.
• Mature, professional approach with patience and attention to detail.
• Must be able to drive a lorry up to 12 tonnes, or be willing to obtain the relevant license.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role