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Your work will help ensure vital marine services operate safely, efficiently and reliably every day.\nThis 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.\nWhat you’ll do as a Vessel Engineer\nEnsure the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of propulsion, auxiliary, deck and electrical machinery onboard the vessel. \nPlan and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities to maximise reliability and availability of equipment.\nWork closely with the Vessel Master to maintain operational efficiency and respond promptly to engineering matters that could affect vessel operations.\nMonitor fuel, lubricants and water consumption, maintaining accurate engineering records and reports.\nSupervise contractors and ensure engineering work is completed safely, effectively and to the required standards.\nSupport compliance with safety, environmental and pollution prevention requirements, ensuring emergency equipment and procedures are fully maintained and understood. \nDoes this sound like you?\nYou hold an MCA Certificate of Competency Officer of the Watch Engineering (EOOW) as a minimum.\nCurrent STCW certificates including Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Survival Craft and Elementary First Aid.\nYou hold a valid unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate\nYou take a methodical approach to problem-solving and can work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.\nYou demonstrate trust, resilience, accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement and growth.\nWhat we offer\nUp to 6% contributory pension scheme\nOver 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.\nEmployee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service\nDiscounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel\nPaid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity\nOur 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.\nVetting and checks:\nThis role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which involves verifying your identity, employment history, nationality, and criminal record to meet government security standards. In addition, depending on the nature of the role, you may need to obtain formal Security Clearance (such as CTC or SC), which includes more detailed background checks on employment, criminal record, and financial history to ensure suitability for working in secure environments. Please note that UK residency requirements may apply for certain levels of clearance. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire so we can identify and provide any support you may need to undertake the role effectively.\nLet’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.\nA little bit about us:\nAt Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.\nOur inclusive recruitment commitment:\nWe prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.\nGuaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.\n Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).\nFor support with your application, please contact .\nLet’s impact a better future, together. 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