Technical Rating (Plymouth, UK)

Company Description

Boskalis Marine Services operates workboats employed to support the MOD around the coast of the United Kingdom, delivering various aspects of marine training, including Aircrew Marine Survival Training, Target Towing and range clearance duties to support the armed forces.

Job Description

We are recruiting a TECHNICAL RATING to work on our 27M vessels based in Plymouth. Normal working hours are Monday to Friday (08:00 – 17:00). However, there will be occasions when early starts, late finishes, weekend working and out-of-station working will be necessary to meet operational requirements. It is a requirement of the role that employees at this base live in the vicinity of the base location.

The Technical Rating is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all machinery and electrical equipment onboard the vessel and carries out the role of GP Rating.

Your Main Tasks:

• To be familiar with details of vessel’s construction, machinery and operating characteristics.
• Undertakes relevant checks before departure on a sea passage including ensuring that the vessel is in all respects prepared for the voyage, taking into account such factors as, stability, stress, trim and watertight integrity, ensures that there are sufficient bunkers for the voyage, including reserve.
• Reports any deficiencies to the Master and Maintenance Superintendent.
• Makes regular inspections of machinery and machinery spaces so that at all times they are aware of the condition and operational capability of all items of machinery.
• Arrange all transfers of fuel/lub oil//fresh water.
• Ensures that all planned maintenance and both normal and emergency repair work is carried out.  In conjunction with the Maintenance Superintendent, ensure that all work is planned for minimum disruption to the vessel’s overall programme and maximum reliability and availability of the plant.
• Ensures all measures to prevent pollution of the environment are exercised.
• Keep all engine room records as required by the Company and other authorities and ensure that they are completed neatly and accurately.
• To give/receive an appropriate and detailed handover when joining/leaving a Company vessel.
• Being fully conversant with Company and Shipboard regulations and policies in order to carry out efficient and safe functions.
• Being familiar with all safety equipment onboard and participating in safety drills and training to ensure the highest operation standard of the vessel at all times.
• To carry out any other duties as may reasonably be requested by the Master or the Company.
• Carry out duties of G.P. Rating & RIB Coxswain.

Required Knowledge and Experience to make your mark as a Technical Rating:

• Security Clearance: Candidates must meet MOD security clearance requirements and have resided in the UK for a minimum of three years due to the sensitive nature of the role.
• Licenses and Certifications: A full and valid driving license and an ENG1 Medical Certificate are mandatory.
• Technical Training: Completion of the Approved Engine Course (AEC1) is required; AEC2 is desirable.
• STCW Certification: STCW Regulation training certificates are essential.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with occupational health and safety regulations and fleet maintenance systems is advantageous.

Qualifications

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary, allowances, pension scheme.
• Career development: Opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development.

Additional Information

Interested? Please apply before 31st March 2025. 

Please be aware that if you do not meet the essential criteria, your application will not be considered. 

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