Marine Plant Hire UK Ltd
Sole Engineer / Deckhand
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Marine Plant Hire (UK) Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Sole Engineer / Deckhand to join our growing fleet onboard our Damen 2611 Multicat.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a professional and well established marine operations team supporting a wide range of marine civil engineering, towage, dredging, construction and offshore support projects throughout the UK and Europe.
The Role
As Sole Engineer / Deckhand, you will play a key role in the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the vessel. Working as part of a small, highly capable crew, you will be responsible for maintaining the vessel's machinery and systems while also assisting with deck operations as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Day to day operation, maintenance and repair of vessel machinery and equipment.
- Planned maintenance and defect reporting.
- Fault finding and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Assisting with towing, anchor handling and marine construction activities.
- Supporting loading, mobilisation and demobilisation operations.
- Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.
- Assisting the Master with vessel operations and deck duties as required.
- Ensuring compliance with MCA regulations, company procedures and client requirements.
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Essential Requirements
- AEC 1 & 2 or MEOL (preferrable)
- Previous experience as an engineer on workboats, multicats, tugs or similar commercial vessels.
- Strong mechanical and hydraulic fault-finding ability.
- STCW Basic Safety Training.
- ENG1 Medical Certificate.
- Full UK right to work.
- Flexible approach and willingness to work throughout the UK and Europe.
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Terms & Benefits
✅ Competitive salary
✅ Time-on / time-off rotational working pattern
✅ Good company pension scheme
✅ Private healthcare
✅ Ongoing professional development and training
✅ Varied and interesting projects across the UK marine sector
About Marine Plant Hire (UK) Ltd
Marine Plant Hire (UK) Ltd provides specialist vessels and marine expertise to support marine civil engineering, dredging, offshore and infrastructure projects throughout the UK. Our fleet includes multicats, workboats, tugs and barges supporting some of the industry's most challenging and rewarding projects.
📧 To apply or find out more, please contact us at info@marineplanthire.co.uk
Marine Plant Hire (UK) Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
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