Underwater Maintenance Engineer — Naval Vessel Readiness

We Served; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is seeking an Underwater Maintenance Engineer to provide essential technical support for in-water maintenance and repairs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £48,000, depending on experience, along with a benefits package including generous holidays and a pension scheme. Candidates are encouraged to bring their skills in marine engineering and project management to contribute significantly to national security while ensuring the vessels remain mission-ready.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health check

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Holiday Trading benefits

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance.
• Desirable: APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ).
• Desirable: Confined Spaces for Competent Persons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical engineering support and guidance.
• Act as the technical point of contact for underwater projects.
• Develop method statements to identify hazards.
• Coordinate dive tasking and ensure compliance.
• Administer the Diving Safety Management System.

Skills

Understanding of underwater maintenance techniques

Working knowledge of marine engineering practices

Familiarity with submarine systems

Competence with safe systems of work

Awareness of commercial diving operations

Education

HNC in Engineering

Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is seeking an Underwater Maintenance Engineer to provide essential technical support for in-water maintenance and repairs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £48,000, depending on experience, along with a benefits package including generous holidays and a pension scheme. Candidates are encouraged to bring their skills in marine engineering and project management to contribute significantly to national security while ensuring the vessels remain mission-ready.