Job Description
Senior Marine Engineering Officer
Contract Role | £39.24/hr via Umbrella
Location: London
Are you a qualified Marine Engineer ready to take on a hands-on leadership role
We’re looking for a Senior Marine Engineering Officer to provide first-line technical support for river vessels and terminal assets, ensuring safe and efficient operations across London’s waterways.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Lead and support a team of Assistant Engineering Officers (AEOs)
* Diagnose and resolve technical issues in vessel propulsion, automation, and control systems
* Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance with marine safety standards
* Liaise with internal teams and external contractors to deliver engineering works
* Support dry dock preparations and supervise major engineering projects
Essential
1. EOOW Certificate of Competence (STCW III/1) or higher (MCA or equivalent)
2. HND in Marine or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
3. Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and technical reporting skills
4. Experience with diesel-electric propulsion systems and hybrid power generation
5. Familiarity with marine safety management systems and ...