Underwater Maintenance Engineer - Marine Systems, Defence

Babcock International; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Helensburgh is seeking an Underwater Maintenance Engineer to provide crucial engineering support for underwater maintenance tasks. This role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure vessels are mission-ready and maintain compliance with industry standards. With full-time hours and opportunities for personal growth, you're invited to contribute to national defense while enjoying comprehensive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Professional Fees payment

10-days special paid leave for reservists

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Qualifications

• Solid background in underwater maintenance and repair techniques.
• Experience in marine engineering, either mechanical or electrical.
• Capability to develop method statements for safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for in-water maintenance tasks.
• Act as the technical point of contact for underwater projects.
• Coordinate dive tasking and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Understanding of underwater maintenance

Working knowledge of marine engineering practices

Familiarity with submarine systems

Competence with safe systems of work

Awareness of commercial diving operations

Education

HNC in Engineering or equivalent

APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

Microsoft Project (intro/intermediate)

Confined Spaces for Competent Persons

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Helensburgh is seeking an Underwater Maintenance Engineer to provide crucial engineering support for underwater maintenance tasks. This role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure vessels are mission-ready and maintain compliance with industry standards. With full-time hours and opportunities for personal growth, you're invited to contribute to national defense while enjoying comprehensive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements.