8 Ocean Engineering jobs in the United Kingdom
Marine Engineering Officer
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Serco Out of Port Terms
Fixed Term - 24 Months
Full Time - 5 weeks on / 5 weeks off
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Serco Maritime have an exciting opening for a Marine Engineering Officer to join the team and serve aboard an RFA vessel in support of an exciting project. The purpose of the role is to manage the organisation and activities of the Marine Engineering Department, as directed by the Chief Engineer.
At Serco, we deliver maritime support packages tailored to our customers' needs all delivered within a national accreditation framework.
As owners and operators of specialist vessels, from harbour workboats to oceangoing support vessels, we provide world class integrated maritime services both in the UK and abroad. Our vessels provide a range of support, which include for example: dive support, military training, submarine rescue exercises, target/test equipment deployment/recovery and passenger transfers.
As part of this role you'll
- Delegate tasks and assign duties to members of the Marine Engineering Department.
- Inform the Chief Engineer of any engineering defects which affect the operational capability of the vessel.
- Be responsible for the effectiveness, welfare, and discipline of departmental personnel
- Be responsible for the Marine Engineering Department continuous training, ensuring that statutory and RFA requirements are achieved within the given timescales.
- When no CTO borne, to assume the training responsibilities of that function for Cadets of the Marine Engineering specialisation.
- To assist the Executive Officer in planning and organising whole ship training serials.
- To be conversant with, and implement, Health and Safety at Work Regulations and the Code of Safe Working Practices in so far as they apply to the Marine Engineering Department.
- To apply the international standard for the safe management and operation of ship's and for pollution prevention (ISM) and implement the RFA Regulations for Royal Fleet Auxiliaries.
- To act as First or Second Appraisal Officer for members of the Marine Engineering Department as appropriate.
- To ensure that any misconduct is dealt with promptly and in accordance with the procedures laid down in PRGs.
- To manage the proper operation, maintenance and preservation of all machinery, equipment and areas of the ship which are the responsibility of the Marine Engineering Department.
- To manage all marine engineering evolutions, ensuring that they are carried out in accordance with statutory regulations and RFA Policy.
- To ensure the proper operation and maintenance of all deck machinery, lift machinery, hoists, replenishment machinery, mechanical handling equipment, ship's boat engines and their associated systems.
- To ensure routine testing, maintenance and inspection of ships fixed firefighting and safety equipment is carried out.
- To be responsible for preparing and advising the Maintenance Manager on Marine Engineering Department Alterations and Additions (A&As).
- To manage the Engine room Watch Keeping and PMS (UMS) requirements to meet RFA and MCA regulations to ensure the safe and efficient operation and upkeep of machinery affecting the safety of the ship.
- To ensure the proper operation and maintenance of permanent on-board aviation technical facilities and associated systems, except for communications systems.
What you need to do the role?
- Second Engineer (Unlimited) as a minimum.
- STCW Personal Survival Techniques (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Advanced Fire Fighting (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (5 Year Refresher Course)
- STCW Elementary First Aid
- DP Maintainer Course (preferred or willing to undergo training)
- Unrestricted ENG1
- Passport
What we offer:
- Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
- Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
- Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
- Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
- ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
- Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
- Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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Lecturer in Marine Engineering
Posted 6 days ago
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Lecturer in Marine Engineering
Permanent, full time
37 hours per week
Lecturer Salary scale points 30 - 31
£38,026 - £9,279 per annum
Plus, an additional recruitment and retention premia is available building to a total maximum salary of 3,069 per annum
864 teaching hours per annum
Please note that this is a rolling advert. Lecturing positions become vacant / occupied at various points throughout the academic year, and if we receive an application during a time that there are no vacant posts we will keep your application on file and shortlist / contact for interview at the next available opening.
Attractive benefits of this post include 48 days' annual leave per year including bank holidays and the opportunity to join the TPS pension scheme.
Working at South Shields Marine School is unique. All our team are invested not only in our students but the School itself. All our staff are extremely proud to work at the oldest marine school in the world and we all have a vested interest in seeing it grow and flourish. You could be a part of this fantastic team and create your own history whilst teaching future marine officers. This could be your opportunity to shape the future of the Merchant Navy.
We have world class facilities and new building which we will be ready to move into in 2027. Why not visit to have a tour?
Working at SSMS you almost get a one for one leave ratio if you include your 48 days leave and weekends. The working week is 37 hours Monday to Friday - you don't get that at sea! We have an attractive pension scheme should you wish to join as well as many other benefits.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Chris Gray, Head of School at or on 0191 427 3500 (ext.3920).
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Who We Are
Tyne Coast College comprises South Tyneside College, Tyne Metropolitan College and South Shields Marine School.
We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including a wide range of employer-led vocational programmes, Apprenticeships, Higher Education and specialist maritime training.
Our portfolio is multi-award winning, with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN. The college was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in February 2024.
Tyne Coast College is the North East's world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios.
As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills' training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.
Our motto for a bigger, better, stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region, the business sector and those living and working in the north east.
Recruiting high-calibre, professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.
Our Values
We believe in being a strong community presence
We believe the needs of employers should shape our curriculum
We believe every student should achieve their potential
We will make a significant positive impact on the local, regional and national economy
We value professionalism, commitment, and excellence in our staff
We welcome and include everyone in our community and value individuality and diversity
Marine Engineering Refrigeration Fitter
Posted 6 days ago
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Location: Faslane, Helensburgh
Compensation: Up to £38,461 depending on experience + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF64356
At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Refrigeration Fitter at our Faslane site.
The role
As a Refrigeration Fitter, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary.
Day-to-day, you'll undertake fitting activities, repairs and inspections on refrigeration systems and equipment on Royal Navy and other entitled Vessels.
- Maintain a mixture of chilled water plant, and cool & cold rooms along with general maintenance of all refrigeration needs including pressure testing.
- Identification and rectification of all system, manufacture, defects and alterations to ensure the continued availability and performance of Submarines, Surface Vessels and the Estate.
- Work within all H&S legislation, Safe Systems of Work and control of work processes within current policies.
Please note that this position involves working in confined spaces. Candidates must be able to work comfortably and perform tasks in restricted spaces.
This role is full time, 36 hours per week and is based on site at Faslane Monday - Thursday.
Essential experience of the Refrigeration Fitter
- Strong refrigeration fitting and maintenance experience
Qualifications for the Refrigeration Fitter
- Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship or equivalent
- F-Gas Level 1 is essential
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ( we offer
- Generous holiday allowance
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
- Employee share scheme
- Employee shopping savings portal
- Payment of Professional Fees
- Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
- Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.
- 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
- Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Closing date: 31/07/2025
Marine Engineering Training Instructor
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Location: Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
Compensation: Competitive
Role Type: Full time / Part time and will consider other working arrangements
Role ID: SF61322
At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Marine Engineering Training Instructor at our Clyde, Faslane site.
The role
As a Marine Engineering Training Instructor, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will be providing specialist engineering and nuclear expertise to the training design process. You will also have the opportunity to support the development of the recently established Babcock Skills business, which provides a wide range of engineering training courses.
Day to day you'll collaborate with our Astute-class Training Service team to help train the current and next generation of Submarine Service engineering professionals, as well as:
- Deliver classroom and simulator based training to Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operators and Marine Engineering Equipment Maintainers
- Collaborating with the training design team to update the courseware based on technical changes and identifying the impact of those changes
- Providing SME support to evaluate technical data and notifications of change on existing Marine Engineering and Nuclear Steam Raising Plant courseware
- Delivering additional training (Confined Space, Working at Height, etc.) to students outside the ACTS program, ensuring it meets prescribed quality and cost standards
- Supporting the routine review and revision of the courseware.
This role is full time, working 37 hours per week and will be based on site at HMNB Clyde, near Helensburgh. We are also looking for Part time and will consider other working arrangements. A relocation package will be offered if allowed
Essential experience of the Training Instructor:
- Comprehensive knowledge of Naval Nuclear Steam Raising Plant operation
- Recent experience in this field with both up-to-date knowledge and hands-on practical skills
- Comfortable working both collaboratively and autonomously
- Be an engaging communicator with the ability to capture audience attention and deliver information effectively.
Qualifications for the Training Instructor:
- Royal Navy Submarine Service: Category A or B Watchkeeping Qualification
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ( we offer
- Generous holiday allowance
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
- Employee share scheme
- Employee shopping savings portal
- Payment of Professional Fees
- Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
- Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
- 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
- Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
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Lecturer in Marine Engineering
Posted 5 days ago
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Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, is looking to recruit aLecturer in Marine Engineering on a full-time, permanent basis . In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £41,470 - £46,700 per annum. As of August 2025, this role will benefit from a 3% pay award.
At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transfo.
Manoeuvring Room and Marine Engineering Instructor / Trainer
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Title: ManoeuvringRoom and Marine Engineering Instructor / Trainer
Location: Site-based in Clyde, Faslane (no hybrid working)
Salary: 47,000 - 59,500 (Depending on Category A or B qualification)
Type: Full Time, Permanent (Our client can consider flexible working arrangements if required)
Duties:
- Deliver training programmes to include: Astute Class Marine Engineering, Maintainer, and Nuclear Steam Raising Plant Operator, and other training programmes as required.
- All delivery takes place on our clients site, through simulation.
- Coach, support and motivate learners throughout their training programme
- Carry out all admin as required and liaise with training design team for routine reviews and amendment of training programmes offered
- Must hold qualification as a Category A or B Watchkeeper (Royal Navy Submarine Service)
- Knowledge and experience of serving on a submarine
- DBS cleared/happy to undergo clearance.
Please note:
KM Recruitment receive a high number of applications for each role advertised and although we would like to we are not always able to deliver feedback to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 4 days, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities
Manoeuvring Room and Marine Engineering Instructor / Trainer
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Title: ManoeuvringRoom and Marine Engineering Instructor / Trainer
Location: Site-based in Clyde, Faslane (no hybrid working)
Salary: 47,000 - 59,500 (Depending on Category A or B qualification)
Type: Full Time, Permanent (Our client can consider flexible working arrangements if required)
Duties:
- Deliver training programmes to include: Astute Class Marine Engineering, Maintainer, and Nuclear Steam Raising Plant Operator, and other training programmes as required.
- All delivery takes place on our clients site, through simulation.
- Coach, support and motivate learners throughout their training programme
- Carry out all admin as required and liaise with training design team for routine reviews and amendment of training programmes offered
- Must hold qualification as a Category A or B Watchkeeper (Royal Navy Submarine Service)
- Knowledge and experience of serving on a submarine
- DBS cleared/happy to undergo clearance.
Please note:
KM Recruitment receive a high number of applications for each role advertised and although we would like to we are not always able to deliver feedback to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 4 days, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities
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Associate Director Coastal Engineering
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Shape the Future of our cities and environments.
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
Bring your skills to the mix as an Associate Director in Coastal Engineering, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of coastal engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.
We specialise in all aspects of coastal engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy and Cities & Development. We continue to provide industry-leading coastal modelling and engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.
Your Purpose:
- Own and direct teams who undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
- Defining briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
- Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
- Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
- Setting quality assurance standards in design.
- Grow, develop and manage coastal engineering capability within the practice.
What you can bring:
- Chartered Civil Engineer.
- Experience in owning design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
- Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of coastal engineering analysis and design in the UK and overseas.
- The ability to work with our clients around the world to develop solutions that meet their requirements.
- Promoting technical excellence, best practice, sustainability, net zero and digital innovation.
- Mentoring and developing junior staff.
What we offer?
AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.
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Rewards and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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Training:
AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual's abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.
Additional Information:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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