Sole Engineer

Reference:
6452
Category:
Chief Engineer Jobs
Vessel type:
Dredgers 
Location:
United Kingdom
Published:
July 9, 2026

Vessel Type: Multicat / Dredger

New temporary to permanent vacancy available for an experienced Sole Engineer to join our client's multicat dredger vessel operating in UK waters.

Experience in rank is very desirable.

Day rate depending on ticket held £.

Initial trip will be temporary, then depending on suitability candidates have an opportunity to become permanent.

A suitable permanent candidate would be entitled to the benefits package below.

- Competitive market salary depending on CoC and experience.

- All salaries are subject to annual salary reviews - not guaranteed however, historically has been paid.

- Rotation: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off. Opportunity for additional work outside of the 2-week rotation. Extra work, overtime payable.

- All employee bonus scheme (subject to company performance).

- Pension: Employee contributions of up to 8%, with Company contribution of up to 10%. Including Life Assurance (6x salary).

- Holiday week: Additional week of leave providing a 3 week leave period once a year. Voluntary Option to work the Holiday week, overtime payable.

- Christmas: Vessels stop for 3 days, enabling those onboard to go home. Voluntary option to remain onboard during the Christmas period, overtime payable.

- Private medical & dental insurance (taxable). Membership can include partner and children (in full time education).

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Sponsored study leave – available after 2 years permanent employment.

Employment is subject to a successful medical examination including a drug and alcohol test. Candidates require an EOOW COC (UK) Minimum, Full Engineering Officer STCWs, Seafarers Medical and UK Right to Work.

Work Experience Requirements

All applicants must have previous experience in working on ships or oil rigs.

Language Requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required.