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Marine Engineer
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Eyemouth
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Marine Engineer
📍 Scottish Borders | Permanent | Competitive Salary (DOE)
Marine Resources are proud to be working with a well-established, independent boatyard steeped in maritime heritage and undergoing significant modernisation and growth. This unique site has been in continuous operation since the 1800s and is now evolving into a modern, forward-thinking marine business – blending traditional skills with innovation, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship.
🔧 About the Role: This thriving boatyard is now seeking a skilled Marine Engineer to join its expanding team. Working within a close-knit crew of experienced tradespeople – including engineers, shipwrights, composite specialists and safety personnel – you'll contribute to the maintenance, refit and rebuild of a wide variety of vessels.
This is a hands-on role in a dynamic environment, with access to a continually upgraded site featuring brand-new energy-efficient facilities, modern workshops, plant, and tooling.
🔍 Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical and systems work across a range of commercial and leisure vessels
Engine replacements and overhauls (Doosan, Beta, Bukh)
Generator and thruster installations
Hydraulic and steering gear systems servicing
Gearbox and propulsion repairs
Fault diagnostics and general marine engineering
Supporting GRP, woodwork and composite projects as needed
👤 What We’re Looking For:
A background in marine engineering or mechanical engineering (time-served or equivalent experience)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team
Experience with engine installations, servicing and hydraulic systems highly beneficial
Willingness to support apprentices and contribute to the long-term skills growth within the business
A proactive, positive approach to high-quality workmanship
🌊 Why Join?
Be part of an exciting period of investment and growth in a business combining heritage with modern innovation
Access ongoing professional development and training via an in-house marine training facility
Work on varied and meaningful marine projects – from commercial vessels to bespoke refits
Join a supportive and skilled team who take pride in their work and their working environment
📩 If you’re a marine engineer looking for a new challenge in a beautiful part of the UK, this could be the opportunity to combine quality of life with meaningful work.
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