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Marine Engineer - Poole | upto £40,000 + Career Growth & Hands-On Marine Projects

We're looking for a skilled Marine Engineer to join a leading marine engineering company in Poole. If you're passionate about yacht and marine engineering, enjoy hands-on work on innovative projects, and want to develop your career in a supportive, collaborative environment, this is the role for you.

Why apply for this Marine Engineer role?
Because it's more than just a job - it's a chance to grow and excel in marine engineering:

Competitive £40,000 salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement and technical training

Work on innovative and challenging marine projects across leisure, commercial, and defence sectors

Collaborative and supportive engineering environment

Split between office and on-site work along the South Coast

Key Responsibilities:
In this varied role, you'll lead and deliver engineering projects for marine engines, gearboxes, drives, and auxiliary systems. You'll work across yachts, CTVs, ferries, and workboats, providing technical expertise, project management, and hands-on engineering. Key duties include:

Maintenance, repair, and overhaul of marine engines and transmissions

Integration of propulsion and auxiliary systems into vessels

Collaboration with naval architects, shipyard personnel, and operators

Troubleshooting, diagnostics, and ensuring high-quality engineering standards

What we're looking for:
We're seeking a candidate with proven marine engineering expertise and the drive to deliver exceptional results:

Marine Engineering Apprenticeship to City & Guilds/NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Recent experience with marine engines, gearboxes, and boat systems (up to 40m)

Familiarity with engine and gearbox brands we represent and manufacturer training courses

Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and technical skills

Experience with overhauls, refurbishments, and maintenance to the highest standards

Commitment to quality work and customer satisfaction, with the ability to work independently

If you're ready for a Marine Engineer role in Poole where your technical expertise is valued and your career can grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take your next step in marine engineering.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) INDINDUSTRIALWC
Location │ Poole
Role │ Marine Engineer

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