At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair tug vessels, ensuring safety and operational readiness.
- Company: Join a dynamic marine team in Southampton or Portsmouth.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours with competitive pay based on experience.
- Other info: Great opportunity for growth in the commercial marine sector.
- Why this job: Make waves in your career while working hands-on with marine engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Marine Engineer with strong technical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 £ per year.
Location: Southampton or Portsmouth
Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week (flexible)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Part-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Marine Engineer to support the maintenance and upkeep of our tug vessel operating from either Southampton or Portsmouth. This is a hands-on role requiring a confident and self-sufficient engineer who can work independently, diagnose issues efficiently, and ensure the vessel remains safe, compliant, and operationally ready. The successful candidate will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance, working closely with operational teams while taking ownership of engineering activities onboard.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on tug vessel machinery and systems.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and auxiliary equipment faults.
- Maintain main propulsion systems, generators, pumps, winches, and deck machinery.
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure vessel safety and compliance.
- Keep accurate maintenance records and report any defects or concerns.
- Source and recommend replacement parts and engineering solutions when required.
- Liaise with external contractors, suppliers, and surveyors as necessary.
- Support vessel readiness and operational reliability at all times.
- Respond to urgent maintenance requirements when necessary.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Proven experience as a Marine Engineer, preferably within the commercial marine sector.
- Strong knowledge of diesel engines, propulsion systems, hydraulics, and marine electrical systems.
- Ability to fault-find and resolve engineering issues independently.
- Comfortable working alone and taking ownership of engineering decisions.
- Strong understanding of marine safety procedures and engineering best practices.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience working on tugboats, workboats, pilot boats, or similar commercial vessels.
- Relevant marine engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC/HND, City & Guilds, MCA or equivalent).
- Knowledge of planned maintenance systems.
- Welding, fabrication, or hydraulic repair experience.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Practical problem solver with strong attention to detail.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Able to prioritise workload effectively.
- Strong communication skills.
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