Workshop Mechanical Engineer
A well-established marine engineering and ship repair organisation is looking to recruit experienced Mechanical Engineers to join their skilled workforce at their Aberdeen shipyard facility.
Due to continued growth and long-term contracts, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and stable engineering environment supporting offshore, marine and heavy industrial vessels.
This role offers strong earning potential through overtime along with long-term career stability within a well-established organisation.
The Role
Working within a busy dry dock and ship repair yard, the Mechanical Engineer will support mechanical maintenance, repair and installation work across a range of vessels and marine equipment.
You will work closely with experienced engineering teams carrying out maintenance, troubleshooting and mechanical repair activities within the shipyard environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out mechanical repair and maintenance work on vessels and marine equipment
Support ship repair and overhaul projects within a dry dock environment
Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Assist with installation and replacement of mechanical components and systems
Work safely within a heavy engineering and shipyard environment
Collaborate with foremen, supervisors and wider engineering teams
Requirements:
Mechanical engineering or heavy engineering experience.
Experience working within shipyards, marine engineering, offshore, fabrication, or similar heavy industrial environments is beneficial
Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding engineering environment
Willingness to work overtime and weekend shifts when required
Strong attitude towards health and safety
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK
A formal engineering degree is not required.
Salary & Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Overtime paid at 1.5x rate midweek
Overtime paid at 2x rate on weekends
34 days annual leave including Christmas and New Year shutdown
Private medical cover including dental and optical options
Company pension
Life insurance
Income protection
Gym discount
Cycle to Work scheme
Free on-site parking
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation within the marine and offshore engineering sector.
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