Marine Technician/ Marine Lead Engineer
£36,000 + shift allowance OTE £42,500 + Excellent Benefits
Middlesex
About the role
Our client a global organisation Global Engineering Services Organisation-leading provider of critical, complex engineering services based in Middlesex is looking to recruit a Marine Technician / Marine Lead Engineer to carry out maintenance and repair work across a range of vessels, auxiliary systems and all related equipment and accessories. As a versatile, all-rounder, you will be comfortable working with autonomy, but will also benefit from working within an established, supportive team. You will also be expected to impart your knowledge and experience onto junior and trainee staff.
We are looking for a Marine Technician/ Engineer with the ability to employ an advanced level of understanding when dealing with both routine fault-finding inspections and testing. This ability will be applied across a range of marine equipment and boat mechanisms, resulting in the independent identification and isolation of mechanical, electrical (12V, 24V & 240V), or other systemic faults and issues.
Main responsibilities include:
Carry out scheduled and ad-hoc mechanical repair or overhaul activities to marine engines, including outboard engines and associated equipment or systems, including electrical. Using fault finding equipment & manufacturer specific technical manuals (both online & printed) where required.
Plan & implement preventative maintenance schedules for boats, their marine engines and related equipment and advise on necessary maintenance schedules.
Be able to carry out diagnostic testing on marine engine, transmissions, drives, generators, and other equipment, both in situation and in the workshop. Determining any repair requirement, tuning, adjustments, or replacement, communicating about necessary repairs.
Install, repair & maintain boat hydraulics, including valves, hoses, and auxiliary equipment.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, instrument panels and other marine electrical systems
What do I need to do the role?
As a skilled Marine/Industrial Mechanical Engineering Technician, with an HNC in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent demonstrating both theoretical and several years practical experience in fault diagnosis, maintenance, and operation of the wide range of mechanical, electrical and control systems across the fleet of marine plant.
Small vessel electrical systems at 12V & 24V dc (including starting & charging and general boat services etc.)
Experience in diagnosis and repair of diesel and petrol engines, transmission, and associated equipment (hydraulics, air, and electrical systems).
Understanding of different engine designs and applications.
Working knowledge of operation principles of diesel and petrol engines, reduction gears, hydraulic/air, vacuum, and high-pressure pumps alongside electrical control systems
Although normal hours of work are 40 per week on a day-work basis, there is a requirement for additional attendance outside this period and provide call out cover, in response to operational and emergency requirements.
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