Lecturer (Marine Engineering)

1. Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across the Apprenticeship (Maritime Engineering) curriculum, with particular responsibility for supporting Small Vessel Chief Engineer provision.

The postholder will use current or recent marine engineering industry and examination experience to prepare apprentices and other learners for Maritime and Coastguard Agency written papers and oral examinations. The postholder will also contribute to electrical, electronic and control engineering teaching within the wider Maritime Engineering programme.

The appointment will provide additional specialist teaching capacity, support planned growth in Small Vessel Chief Engineer apprenticeship provision, and strengthen the quality and resilience of curriculum delivery.

2. Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

1. Plan, prepare and deliver high quality teaching across marine engineering subjects, with particular emphasis on Small Vessel Chief Engineer provision.

2. Deliver technical content associated with the relevant MCA written examination papers and oral examination requirements.

3. Teach electrical, electronic and control engineering subjects relevant to the Maritime Engineering curriculum.

4. Develop teaching materials, learning activities, technical exercises and examination preparation resources appropriate to the needs of apprentices and other maritime learners.

5. Use relevant practical and professional examples to connect theoretical engineering principles with their application aboard small vessels and other marine installations.

6. Adapt teaching methods to meet different learner needs, levels of experience and starting points.

7. Support learners in developing the technical knowledge, professional confidence and examination technique required for external maritime examinations.

Assessment and Learner Progress

1. Assess learners’ knowledge, skills and competence in accordance with programme, awarding body, apprenticeship and College requirements.

2. Provide clear, accurate and constructive feedback that enables learners to improve their technical understanding and performance.

3. Monitor learner progress and identify learners requiring additional support or intervention.

4. Prepare learners for MCA written papers and oral examinations through focused teaching, technical questioning, revision activities and appropriate examination practice.

5. Contribute to internal verification, standardisation and quality assurance activities where required.

6. Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessment, feedback and learner progress in accordance with College procedures.

Curriculum Development

1. Contribute specialist marine engineering expertise to curriculum planning, development and review.

2. Review teaching content to ensure that it reflects relevant technical requirements and the current expectations of professional maritime examinations.

3. Advise curriculum colleagues on developments affecting Small Vessel Chief Engineer education and examination preparation.

4. Contribute to the development and updating of schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment materials and supporting resources.

5. Work collaboratively with lecturers, skills coaches, assessors and curriculum managers to provide a coherent learner experience.

Quality Improvement

1. Contribute to the improvement of external examination outcomes, including first-time pass rates in written papers and oral examinations.

2. Analyse learner performance and use the findings to improve teaching, assessment and examination preparation.

3. Participate in curriculum quality assurance, course review and continuous improvement activities.

4. Engage in appropriate professional development to maintain current marine engineering, educational and examination knowledge.

5. Share relevant technical and professional expertise with members of the Maritime Engineering teaching team.

Professional and Organisational Responsibilities

1. Promote a positive, professional and inclusive learning environment.

2. Maintain appropriate standards of learner conduct, attendance and professional behaviour.

3. Comply with College policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity, inclusion, data protection and professional conduct.

4. Maintain the confidentiality and security of learner, assessment and organisational information.

5. Promote the reputation of Fleetwood Nautical College through high standards of teaching, assessment and professional engagement.

6. Undertake other duties appropriate to the nature and grade of the role, as reasonably required by the Curriculum Manager.

3. Particular Requirements of the Role

The postholder will need to:

• Work flexibly within a casual bank arrangement, with teaching hours aligned to programme timetables, learner requirements and examination cycles.
• Take responsibility for agreed areas of Small Vessel Chief Engineer delivery.
• Support preparation for both written and oral MCA examinations.
• Contribute to electrical, electronic and control engineering delivery where required.
• Work collaboratively with existing Maritime Engineering staff to provide continuity and specialist curriculum coverage.
• Maintain professional credibility through current or recent marine engineering, seagoing or maritime examination experience.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Professional Competence

• Maritime and Coastguard Agency marine engineering certification.
• A senior marine engineering qualification appropriate to the level and subject matter being delivered.
• Appropriate technical competence in marine engineering, including electrical, electronic and control engineering content.

Professional Experience

• Recent seagoing, marine engineering or professional maritime examination experience.
• Knowledge of the current structure, standard and expectations of MCA written and oral examinations.
• Relevant practical experience that can be used to support high quality technical teaching.
• Ability to teach marine engineering subjects at the level required by the programme.
• Ability to prepare candidates for demanding external technical examinations.

Teaching and Assessment

• Ability to plan and deliver effective technical teaching to apprentices and adult learners.
• Ability to explain complex marine engineering concepts clearly and accurately.
• Ability to assess learner work and provide meaningful developmental feedback.
• Ability to monitor progress and support learners who are at risk of falling behind.
• Ability to use appropriate digital technologies and learning resources to support teaching and assessment.
• Commitment to achieving high standards of learner progress, achievement and professional behaviour.

Personal and Professional Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a curriculum team.
• Ability to organise and manage teaching and assessment responsibilities.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Flexible and reliable approach to casual bank teaching.
• Professional credibility and the ability to engage learners preparing for senior maritime engineering responsibilities.

Desirable Criteria

• MCA Class 1 Chief Engineer Unlimited Certificate of Competency.
• Undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in marine engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, Certificate in Education or Diploma in Education and Training.
• Fellowship or Membership of Advance HE, or willingness to work towards an appropriate category of recognition.
• Experience of teaching or supporting Small Vessel Chief Engineer programmes.
• Experience of preparing candidates for MCA written and oral examinations.
• Experience of assessing or internally verifying maritime or engineering programmes.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship delivery and assessment.
• Experience of developing technical teaching and examination preparation materials.

Additional Information

The College is seeking an individual with the technical competence and recent professional experience required to strengthen its Small Vessel Chief Engineer provision. The role is intended to provide additional capacity for new and existing cohorts while improving specialist examination preparation and supporting electrical and electronic engineering delivery.

The casual bank arrangement will allow teaching hours to be matched to curriculum requirements and examination cycles. The indicative 0.4 FTE allocation is intended to provide sufficient continuity for the postholder to take ownership of specified areas of delivery and learner preparation.

The Role

Fleetwood Nautical College, part of the Blackpool and The Fylde College group and one of the UK's leading centres for maritime education and training, is seeking an experienced Casual Bank Lecturer in Marine Engineering to join our growing Maritime Engineering team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our Small Vessel Chief Engineer (SVCE) provision, preparing apprentices and cadets for their MCA written examinations and oral assessments, and supporting teaching in electrical and electronic engineering. You will hold a Class 1 Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency, or equivalent seagoing management level experience, and bring a strong understanding of marine engineering systems alongside a genuine passion for developing the next generation of seafarers.

A teaching qualification or Advance HE Fellowship would be desirable, although we will support the right candidate to achieve this.

With a significant new cohort of apprentices about to begin, this is an exciting opportunity to share your professional expertise, help raise examination success, and contribute to the continued growth of our small vessel training offer, working alongside dedicated colleagues on our specialist campus with its engine room simulators and workshop facilities on the Fylde coast.

Essential

• -Holder of Maritime and Coastguard Agency marine engineering certification, ideally a Class 1 Chief Engineer (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency, or an equivalent senior marine engineering qualification
• -Recent sea going or examination system experience, so that the candidate is familiar with the current structure, standard and expectations of the MCA written and oral examinations
• -Ability to teach across marine engineering subjects including electrical, electronic and control content relevant to the Maritime Engineering programme

Desirable

• -Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in marine engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline
• -A recognised teaching qualification, for example a PGCE, Certificate in Education or Diploma in Education and Training
• -Fellowship or Membership of Advance HE (formerly the Higher Education Academy), or willingness to work towards it
• -Experience of assessing, internally verifying or preparing candidates for professional maritime examinations

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