Tug Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity for a sea-going engineer who is looking to move into a land-based, harbour-focused role, while still remaining hands-on with marine operations. The role is primarily harbour based, with occasional work away from port supporting coastal towage and associated operations.

Key responsibilities include:

* Providing 24/7 engineering cover within a 40-hour working week to meet customer towage requirements

* Ensuring the safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operation of all mechanical and engineering systems on board

* Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance of machinery and equipment

* Making sound engineering decisions while working safely under pressure and in challenging marine environments

* Maintaining high standards of safety for all crew and operations

* Ordering machinery spares and engine room consumables as required

* Working closely with other crew members and shore-based teams, adhering to all operational and safety procedures

Working Pattern

* Permanent, land-based role (non-rotational)

* Standard 40-hour week

* Flexible working option available — hours can be completed earlier in the week, allowing additional days off, subject to management approval

* Overtime opportunities available

This flexibility makes the role particularly attractive for engineers seeking a better work-life balance.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

* MCA Chief Engineer 3000kW (III/3)

* All required STCW short courses (including recent amendments)

* Valid ENG1 medical

* Strong decision-making ability and attention to detail

* The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure

* Good communication skills and fluency in English

* Comfortable working as part of a close-knit operational team

* Competence in Microsoft Office applications

Salary & Benefits

* Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 per annum, dependent on experience

* Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* 4% pension contribution

* Life cover at 7x basic salary

* Generous death in service benefit

* Cycle to Work Scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme