Ships Engineering Manager - SC cleared

Evodia Limited; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a skilled Ships Engineering Manager for complex Royal Navy projects. This contract role is based in Bristol with hybrid working options, requiring three days onsite per week. The successful candidate will manage multi-system integration, ensuring compliance with UK defence standards while holding a valid SC security clearance. This role offers a competitive day rate up to £570, with a contract length until March 2026 and potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering roles related to naval or marine engineering.
• Experience leading complex projects within tightly regulated environments.
• Valid SC security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage detailed technical requirements for ship systems.
• Ensure successful development and delivery of engineering solutions.
• Lead integration efforts across multiple systems while managing risks.

Skills

Technical management

Multi-system integration

Risk management

Compliance with regulatory standards

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer, Naval Architect, or Marine Engineer, with experience of working on complex Royal Navy Ships projects, looking for an engineering leadership role that challenges and rewards? Our client, a leading defence organisation based in Bristol, is seeking a highly skilled Ships Engineering Manager to join their team on a contract basis, with the flexibility of hybrid working, requiring three days onsite each week.

Due to the tight timescales involved, successful candidates are required to already hold a valid SC security clearance.

Key Details

• Location : Bristol 3 days per week onsite, hybrid working available
• Contract length : Until 31 March 2026, with scope to extend
• Day rate : Up to £570 per day (Inside IR35)

About the Role

Joining a programme supporting Fleet Solid Support Ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, you will take the helm of technical management to ensure the successful development and delivery of complex engineering solutions. Leading on multi-system integration, your expertise will help meet the strategic needs of the UK defence capability while managing technical risks and documentation in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Generate and manage detailed technical requirements and deliverables for multiple ship systems, balancing operational support and life...