At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical management for polar-capable ships and resolve complex engineering issues.
- Company: Dynamic maritime defence company with a focus on innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for long-term contracts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to vital defence projects in challenging environments.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in global maritime operations while working on cutting-edge vessels.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Technical Superintendent and an engineering degree in relevant disciplines.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Marine or Mechanical Engineer with a background in complex platforms such as offshore patrol vessels, survey ships, or ice-class vessels? If so, we have an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client to lead technical management for a fleet of polar-capable ships, including an icebreaker and OPVs, operating globally.
About the Role
This position is based in Bristol, offering a flexible hybrid working model - requiring one day a week onsite. The contract, initially until September 2026 with the potential for long-term extension, provides an engaging environment for a senior engineering professional keen to make a real impact in defence maritime operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical oversight for an icebreaker and offshore patrol vessels, ensuring operational readiness in diverse environments, from ice to tropics.
- Manage maintenance periods, including major dockings, repairs, and regeneration projects.
- Resolve complex technical issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions.
- Oversee Planned Maintenance System (PMS), dry-dockings, and contractor activities worldwide.
- Promote safety, compliance, and assurance consistent with MOD and Class standards.
- Foster strong relationships with shipyards, OEMs, Class societies, and host nation support providers.
- Support and mentor ships staff and engineering teams during high-tempo deployments.
- Manage budgets, support in-service contracts and technical work packages, ensuring value and accuracy.
What We Are Looking For
Essential Experience:
- Proven background as a Technical Superintendent or senior shore-based engineering professional.
- Experience with OPVs, survey vessels, ice-class ships or similar complex platforms.
- Strong knowledge in maintenance planning, dry docking, and engineering governance.
- Ability to provide technical support in remote or challenging environments.
- Excellent communication skills, with a talent for stakeholder management.
- Engineering degree in Marine, Naval Architecture, or Mechanical disciplines and professional registration (CEng or IEng). Working towards or holding chartered engineer status is desired.
Desirable:
- Experience with Icebreaker/POLAR Code operations.
- Hydrographic or mission system expertise.
- Background within the Royal Navy or defence sectors.
This role is inside IR35, offering a day rate of up to £570 (ex VAT), and is available for immediate start. Basic working hours are 7.5 hours per day. Evodia Limited is acting as the employment business for this vacancy, committed to a transparent and supportive recruitment process.
If you meet these criteria and are ready to contribute to vital maritime defence projects, we welcome your application. Join us in supporting safeguarding missions in some of the most challenging environments worldwide.
Technical Superintendent / Senior Mechanical Engineer - SC cleared in Bristol employer: Evodia Limited
Evodia Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for experienced Marine and Mechanical Engineers. With a flexible hybrid working model based in Bristol, employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, opportunities to lead impactful projects in defence maritime operations, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in diverse global environments. Join us to make a meaningful contribution while enjoying a collaborative culture that values safety, compliance, and innovation.
