Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Position:
Mechanic

Location:

Aberdeen

Rate/Salary: £36,668 + Overtime

Type:
Permanent

• Service, diagnose and repair both inboard and outboard diesel and petrol Fast Rescue Craft.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure vessel reliability and availability.
• Complete inflatable tube and fibreglass repairs when required.
• Maintain accurate planned maintenance, purchasing and job records.
• Ensure materials and spare parts are correctly allocated against maintenance tasks.
• Work in accordance with company safety procedures, including Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Permit to Work systems and isolation procedures.
• Assist with deliveries, collections and logistics for vessels operating within Aberdeen Harbour.
• Support workshop operations and carry out maintenance activities onboard vessels whilst alongside.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call‑out rota as required.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by management.

• Time‑served Mechanical Engineer/Mechanic or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working on diesel and petrol engines.
• Experience in Marine, HGV, Plant, Agricultural, Heavy Vehicle, Forklift or similar mechanical backgrounds is encouraged.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Basic IT skills and experience using maintenance systems would be advantageous.
• Strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional travel and out‑of‑hours support.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.