Lecturer; Marine Engineering

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

Fleetwood Nautical College, part of the Blackpool and The Fylde College group and one of the UK's leading centres for maritime education and training, is seeking an experienced Casual Bank Lecturer in Marine Engineering to join our growing Maritime Engineering team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our Small Vessel Chief Engineer (SVCE) provision, preparing apprentices and cadets for their MCA written examinations and oral assessments, and supporting teaching in electrical and electronic engineering. You will hold a Class 1 Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency, or equivalent seagoing management level experience, and bring a strong understanding of marine engineering systems alongside a genuine passion for developing the next generation of seafarers.

A teaching qualification or Advance HE Fellowship would be desirable, although we will support the right candidate to achieve this. With a significant new cohort of apprentices about to begin, this is an exciting opportunity to share your professional expertise, help raise examination success, and contribute to the continued growth of our small vessel training offer, working alongside dedicated colleagues on our specialist campus with its engine room simulators and workshop facilities on the Fylde coast.

• Holder of Maritime and Coastguard Agency marine engineering certification, ideally a Class 1 Chief Engineer (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency, or an equivalent senior marine engineering qualification
• Recent sea going or examination system experience, so that the candidate is familiar with the current structure, standard and expectations of the MCA written and oral examinations
• Ability to teach across marine engineering subjects including electrical, electronic and control content relevant to the Maritime Engineering programme

• Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in marine engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification, for example a PGCE, Certificate in Education or Diploma in Education and Training
• Fellowship or Membership of Advance HE (formerly the Higher Education Academy), or willingness to work towards it
• Experience of assessing, internally verifying or preparing candidates for professional maritime examinations

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part‑time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
• An excellent pension scheme
• Professional development and funded training opportunities
• Flexible working options and family‑friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

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