Vessel Engineer-Maritime North - OOP Operations


Company:	Serco Limited
Salary:	£25000-55000 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kyle of Lochalsh, IV40 8AJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	10 Oct 2026

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Summary

Serco Limited

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Vessel Engineer in our Maritime Services team, you’ll be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, reliability and performance of onboard machinery and engineering systems. Your work will help ensure vital marine services operate safely, efficiently and reliably every day.

This is a role with real purpose. By maintaining vessel systems to the highest standards, you’ll help create impactful solutions that support operations, protect the environment and deliver a positive impact on communities. Working as part of a trusted maritime team, you’ll play an important role in helping us impact a better future while supporting innovation, safety and operational excellence.

What you’ll do as a Vessel Engineer

- Ensure the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of propulsion, auxiliary, deck and electrical machinery onboard the vessel.

- Plan and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities to maximise reliability and availability of equipment.

- Work closely with the Vessel Master to maintain operational efficiency and respond promptly to engineering matters that could affect vessel operations.

- Monitor fuel, lubricants and water consumption, maintaining accurate engineering records and reports.

- Supervise contractors and ensure engineering work is completed safely, effectively and to the required standards.

- Support compliance with safety, environmental and pollution prevention requirements, ensuring emergency equipment and procedures are fully maintained and understood.

Does this sound like you?

- You hold an MCA Certificate of Competency Officer of the Watch Engineering (EOOW) as a minimum.

- Current STCW certificates including Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Survival Craft and Elementary First Aid.

- You hold a valid unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate

- You take a methodical approach to problem-solving and can work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

- You demonstrate trust, resilience, accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement and growth.

What we offer

- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

- Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.

- Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service

- Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel

- Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity

- Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

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