3rd Engineer

Reference:
6847
Category:
Junior Engineer Jobs
Vessel type:
Dredgers 
Location:
UK Waters
Published:
October 13, 2026

Vessel Type: Dredger

New temporary to Permanent vacancy available for an experienced 3rd Engineer to join our client's dredger vessel operating in UK Waters.

Experience on dredger vessels is very desirable.

Trips will follow a two week on/off rotation.

Candidates require an EOOW (UK) COC, Seafarers Medical, Full Engineering Officer STCWs and a UK Right to Work.

Permanent benefits include: Competitive market salary depending on CoC and experience. All salaries are subject to annual salary reviews. Rotation: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off. Opportunity for additional work outside of the 2-week rotation. Extra work and overtime payable. All employee bonus scheme (subject to company performance). Pension: Employee contributions of up to 8%, with company contribution of up to 10%. Life assurance (6x salary). Additional holiday week 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 and 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. The company has launched a newbuild programme, with the first vessel successfully delivered in Q1 2025. The next vessel in the series is expected to be ordered in Q4 2025. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to secure a rewarding long-term career with a well established company.

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.