At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safe and efficient operation of vessels, managing maintenance and compliance.
- Company: Join Serco Marine Services, a top international employer with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension scheme, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national security while developing your career in maritime services.
- Qualifications: Class II (Motor) Certificate or equivalent maritime experience required.
The predicted salary is between 43200 - 52800 £ per year.
As an Engineering Superintendent in our Serco Marine Services team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of assigned vessels. You’ll help maximise availability and performance, supporting critical Defence operations that make a real difference.
In this role, your expertise will directly contribute to operational excellence and the reliability of maritime services that support national infrastructure and security. Your work will help create a positive impact by ensuring vessels are maintained to the highest standards, enabling teams to deliver safely and effectively every day.
What you’ll do as an Engineering Superintendent
- Manage the technical performance, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of assigned vessels
- Monitor Class and Flag certification, ensuring surveys and inspections are completed on time
- Plan and oversee dry dockings and repairs, including contractor management and specifications
- Liaise with operations teams to maximise vessel availability and minimise downtime
- Manage and monitor delegated budgets, ensuring best value and financial control
- Lead defect resolution processes, working closely with crews, suppliers, and shore-based teams
Does this sound like you?
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have:
- A Class II (Motor) Certificate of Competency or equivalent maritime experience
- Strong knowledge of ISM Code, ISO standards, and maritime regulatory frameworks
- Experience with planned maintenance systems and technical vessel management
- Financial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
This role is subject to Ministry of Defence security clearance requirements.
What we offer
- Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays (and the option to buy up to five additional leave days each year)
- Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
- Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
- Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
- Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme
- Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging.
Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.
Technical Superintendent in Devon employer: Serco Group
At Serco, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and professional development. As an Able Seafarer (Crane Operations Lead), you will benefit from competitive salaries, a generous pension scheme, and access to over 1,100 internal courses for continuous learning and career progression. Our commitment to inclusivity and employee wellbeing, alongside unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact in public services, makes Serco a rewarding place to build your maritime career.
