Project & Maintenance Engineer

Intermarine Ltd; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermarine Ltd in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking an enthusiastic Project & Maintenance Engineer to plan, coordinate and deliver maintenance on marine infrastructure. The role combines hands-on maintenance with project delivery and client liaison, with occasional travel to Grimsby.

We offer a clear career progression path and provide training to help you grow your commercial and technical experience while working on varied marine projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ post-graduate engineering experience, or 5+ years in trade/construction.
• Electrical or mechanical background, or transferable experience.
• Interest in developing project coordination and delivery skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with RAMS, audits and site safety processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong organisational skills and clear reporting.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and support delivery of planned, remedial and reactive maintenance works.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site activities and required resources.
• Prepare and review RAMS, ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with site requirements.
• Monitor progress, track completion and support reporting of works.
• Investigate technical issues and contribute to fault-finding and resolution.
• Liaise with clients, colleagues and stakeholders, providing clear updates on progress.
• Support preparation of quotations, work scopes and associated documentation.
• Review completed works and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical background

Project coordination

Microsoft Excel

RAMS & audits

Reading technical drawings

Driving licence

Reporting & documentation

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project & Maintenance Engineer | Barrow (with occasional visits to Grimsby) | £30,000–£35,000 per year (DOE)

Intermarine has been designing, supplying and installing pontoons, marinas and moorings since 1992, serving both leisure and commercial sectors.

We deliver a mix of standard systems and bespoke engineered solutions, alongside inspection, maintenance and long-term asset management services for clients including the Ministry of Defence and the offshore energy sector. Our work is carried out across the UK and international markets, primarily within Europe.

We are looking for an electrical or mechanical engineer, or an experienced technician, to join our team in a technically focused role combining maintenance delivery, project coordination and client interface across live marine infrastructure contracts. Working alongside the Site Manager, the role combines hands‑on maintenance coordination with planning, reporting and contract administration responsibilities required to successfully deliver works.

The Role

This position offers a clear pathway for career progression, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility for planning and project delivery while developing both commercial and technical experience. Intermarine actively supports ongoing training, mentoring and professional development to help you progress within the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and support delivery of planned, remedial and reactive maintenance works
• Coordinate subcontractors, site activities and required resources
• Prepare and review RAMS, ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with site requirements
• Monitor progress, track completion and support reporting of works
• Investigate technical issues and contribute to fault‑finding and resolution
• Liaise with clients, colleagues and stakeholders, providing clear updates on progress
• Support preparation of quotations, work scopes and associated documentation
• Review completed works and identify opportunities for improvement

Requirements

Essential

• 2+ years’ post-graduate engineering experience, or 5+ years in trade/construction
• Electrical or mechanical background, or transferable experience within a relevant environment
• An interest in developing project coordination and delivery skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with site safety processes, including RAMS and audits
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and produce clear reports
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site

Desirable

• Experience working in coastal, marine or industrial environments
• Relevant engineering qualification (degree or equivalent)
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification
• 18th Edition electrical qualification
• CompEx certification

We recognise that not all candidates will meet every criterion listed. If you are interested in the role and feel you can contribute, we encourage you to apply.

What’s In It For You

• Flexible working arrangements (typically 08:00–17:00, with flexibility depending on site requirements)
• A supportive working environment within a growing and forward-thinking company
• The opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting marine infrastructure projects
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development to support career progression
• Exposure to innovative and sustainable technologies within the sector
• Access to additional training, including health and safety qualifications, GWO training and specialist operational courses

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups within engineering and construction.

Intermarine Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Please note: this role is open to UK residents only — overseas applications will not be considered, unless applicants already have a pre-existing right to work in the UK (valid visa or work authorisation).

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