Technical Surveyor (Machinery)

WES group; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A national lifesaving organization is seeking a Technical Surveyor to conduct surveys of RNLI assets across the UK and Ireland. This role involves extensive travel, contract management, and ensuring compliance with RNLI specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical background with excellent project management and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including flexible working options.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Outstanding pension scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems including diesel power plants and hydraulics.
• Ability to conduct condition and pre-refit surveys and write detailed reports.
• Strong project management skills capable of delivering work to production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition surveys of RNLI assets and manage contracts for repairs and construction.
• Oversee compliance with RNLI specifications while working with contractors.
• Drive tender negotiations and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Project management

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

IT skills (Microsoft 365)

Job description

Overview

RNLI Lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue 24 hours a day, every day. We’re looking for a Technical Surveyor to join our surveying team to provide cover nationally, particularly in Wales, the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The role involves conducting surveys annually on every RNLI All Weather Lifeboat and additionally on station launch and recovery assets. As a specialist in mechanical & electrical systems, you will support the Principal and Senior Surveyors to ensure that lifeboats and launching equipment are built and maintained to the highest standards, helping to provide reliable equipment for volunteer crews to save lives at sea.

This is a great opportunity to take on a role that offers responsibility, challenge and reward.

Benefits

• Salary £41,242 to £48,520 per year (dependent on experience)
• Home Based
• Flexible working
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance

Your Role

As a Technical Surveyor, condition surveys of RNLI assets will form a major part of your work. You will travel away regularly, averaging two to four nights away per week. You will also contribute to projects at the RNLI All-Weather Lifeboat Centre at Poole and the Inshore Lifeboat Centre on the Isle of Wight. You will oversee and support contracts for repairs, refits and new construction for Lifeboats and launch and recovery assets at approved external contractor sites. You will work closely with contractors to ensure all work complies with RNLI specifications, providing information or parts as needed to meet contractual obligations. Interpreting drawings against the physical repair during this process will be essential, alongside a proven track record in contract management. You will be involved in tender negotiations, liaising with colleagues in Engineering and Supply, and driving sea trials, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement and QMS (ISO 9001) to achieve the best outcomes for the RNLI.

About You

• Be an experienced engineer with strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including diesel power plants and hydraulics.
• Able to conduct condition and pre-refit surveys and write concise, detailed reports.
• Strong Project Manager capable of negotiating, reporting on and delivering variable packages of work to an efficient production schedule.
• Good communicator with people at all levels; assertive but tactful.
• Excellent organisational and IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft 365.
• A current clean driving licence is essential; a vehicle will be provided to carry out duties as travel across the UK and Ireland is required.
• As this is a sea-going appointment, you will need to satisfy the institution’s medical and eyesight standards.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding, protecting health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling people to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process, including relevant criminal record checks depending on role eligibility (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have saved lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We value diversity of background, skills and perspectives and are committed to inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone who shares our values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, dependable) and supports Our Vision: To save Every One.

Job Ref: Reference:20152

Start Date: 01/11/2025

Hours: Full Time

Location: Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey, United Kingdom

Working Terms: Permanent

Salary: £41,242 - £48,520 Per Year, Competitive Salary Dependent on Experience