Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Boiler House)

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for the Operations & Maintenance team at a key naval base. The role involves a range of mechanical maintenance tasks, supporting critical systems, and ensuring safety standards. Applicants should have a mechanical background, relevant NVQ qualifications, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for skill development are offered.

Qualifications

• Completed a mechanical apprenticeship or have proven experience.
• Gained or be working towards industry accredited qualifications.
• Competence in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Supporting the Boiler House team with steam plant upkeep.
• Fault-finding, repairs, and testing to maintain systems.

Skills

Mechanical theory and principles

Collaboration

Positive communication

Health and Safety best practice

Education

NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline

Tools

Wide range of hand tools

Mobile maintenance systems

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join the busy Operations & Maintenance team at Portsmouth Naval Base. This is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll play a vital part in keeping the base running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on a range of equipment – from pumps, steam and boiler systems to hoists, winches, saws, grinders, and other workshop machinery.
• Supporting the Boiler House team with the safe running and upkeep of the steam plant.
• Fault-finding, repairs and testing to keep systems safe, reliable, and fully compliant.
• Using mobile systems to manage and complete work orders.
• Working both independently and as part of a close-knit team to meet operational KPIs.
• Occasionally providing on-call support for harbour radar and critical systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed a mechanical apprenticeship or have proven experience and knowledge in mechanical theory and principles.
• Gained or be working towards industry accredited qualifications such as NVQ, City & Guilds, Gas Safe, Steam accreditation.
• Competence in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment.
• Hands-on experience of carrying out mechanical maintenance, fault finding, rectification and reporting.
• Familiarity with technical specifications and safe systems of work.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining efficiency and accuracy.
• Knowledge and application of Health and Safety best practice.
• IT literacy and confidence using mobile maintenance systems.

Behaviours

• Collaboration – working well as part of a team.
• Positive communication – clear and professional at all times.
• Professionalism and integrity – reliable and accountable.

Key Competencies

• Flexibility – adaptable approach to changing priorities.
• Results orientation – delivering high-quality work to deadline.
• Proactivity – driving continuous improvement.
• Planning & organisation – effective prioritisation of tasks and resources.
• Achievement & initiative – overcoming obstacles and looking ahead.

Qualifications & Memberships

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Why join?

This isn’t a static fitting role – you’ll be at the heart of maintaining the mechanical infrastructure that underpins one of the UK’s most important naval bases. You’ll work on a broad range of systems, develop new skills, and make a real difference to safe operations every single day.

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