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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