Service Engineer - Marine Propulsion

HSB Technical; East Grinstead; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment consultancy seeks a Service Engineer - Marine Propulsion to support leading businesses across the UK and beyond. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge waterjet systems, requiring a professional with strong knowledge in hydraulics and mechanical controls. Candidates must have a valid UK driving license, a passport, and relevant engineering qualifications. Frequent travel is required, with the ability to deliver on-site technical support and training sessions.

Benefits

£5,000 Car Allowance

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical drawings.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical support on‑site and remotely.
• Conduct detailed inspections and produce reports.
• Complete refurbishment and repair works on mechanical and electronic systems.
• Recommend parts replacements and associated costs.
• Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on propulsion systems.
• Deliver training sessions for customers and service agents.

Skills

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Mechanical controls knowledge

Report writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

Job description

Title

Service Engineer - Marine Propulsion

Reference

1420/22

Sector

Power & Propulsion

Type

Permanent

Location

Workshop / Field Service - Dependent on work.

Salary

£40,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

HSB Technical's Power & Propulsion team is seeking multiple Service Engineers to support a range of leading businesses across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). This is an exciting opportunity to work on state‑of‑the‑art waterjet systems for a key OEM in the marine industry, supporting major MOD clients' vessels, including:

• Coastguard and Police boats
• Royal Navy Pacific Fleet vessels
• Workboats
• Fast Ferries

The role involves frequent travel, typically in 5‑day assignments, with most weekends spent at home. As a Service Engineer, you will act as the company's on‑site representative, providing hands‑on support to customers, distributors, and service agents.

Key Responsibilities – Service Engineer – Marine Propulsion

• Delivering technical support on‑site and remotely, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Conducting detailed inspections, producing comprehensive reports with clear recommendations.
• Completing refurbishment and repair works, including mechanical and electronic systems, following customer approval.
• Recommending parts replacements and associated costs, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Performing fault finding and troubleshooting on complex propulsion and control systems.
• Delivering training sessions for customers and service agents, using hands‑on methods and supporting PowerPoint presentations.
• Ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and client procedures.

Knowledge & Skills – Service Engineer – Marine Propulsion

• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical controls (Thrusters & Water Jet propulsion systems).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical drawings.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally.

Qualifications – Service Engineer – Marine Propulsion

• Full UK driving licence.
• Valid passport.
• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.

This role is advertised by HSB Technical, acting as the appointed recruitment consultancy. Our client base is global, well‑established, and respected within the Power & Propulsion sector.