Marine Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Poole, Poole, United Kingdom RNLI Full time

Marine Engineering Technician

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 (based on experience and hours worked)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Additional Information: 37/42 hours per week, including a half day on Friday. Flexible working options are available.

About Us

The All-weather Lifeboat Centre is the RNLI's dedicated facility for boat construction, repair, and refurbishment, ensuring all aspects of lifeboat management are handled under one roof.

We are currently looking for skilled Marine Engineers / Mechanics to join our team, as we have a comprehensive schedule of lifeboat refurbishments ahead.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £30,000 - £34,000 (dependent on experience and hours worked)
  • Annual performance-related pay review
  • Options for 37 or 42 hour work week
  • 26 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Time off in lieu available
  • Half day on Fridays and flexible working arrangements
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Comprehensive pension scheme
  • Life assurance coverage
  • Health and dental cash plan

Role Overview

As a Marine Engineering Technician, your responsibilities will include the refurbishment and repair of existing All Weather Lifeboats. This encompasses tasks such as modifications, maintenance, vessel disassembly and reassembly, as well as diagnostics of mechanical systems including engines, propulsion, hydraulics, and fuel systems.

You will collaborate with other team members to ensure that all tasks are executed in a structured and professional manner, with a focus on a multi-skilled approach.

The All-weather Lifeboat Centre provides a clean, organized, and safe working environment, with all necessary tools, materials, and personal protective equipment supplied to facilitate your work.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to interpret engineering drawings and standardized work processes safely and efficiently. You will be part of a diverse team, ensuring that lifeboats are constructed and refurbished on schedule and within budget, adhering to the RNLI's high-quality standards.

Essential qualifications include relevant City and Guilds or NVQ level 3/BTEC certifications, completion of a time-served apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.

Previous experience in boat production, marine refurbishments, and repairs, as well as working with composite materials, is highly desirable.

Join us in our mission to build a center of excellence and contribute to saving lives at sea.



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