Job Details
A Boat Engineer is required to provide PPM and reactive maintenance on narrow boats. The Boat Engineer will enjoy being hands on and working away from home when required. There is a definite maintenance pattern within the working year that reflects the seasonal nature of the industry. During the summer months when boats are on the waterways of Great Britain, maintenance is more commonly reactive and the Boat Engineer will be expected to take turns to attend call outs which could be anywhere in Great Britain depending on the location of the boat at the time. There may be a requirement to work away from site however there is not often a need to stay away from home. From October to February, planned and scheduled maintenance takes place. During the winter months, when maintenance is required on the boats, the engineer will live on the boat whilst carrying out their role.
Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged.
Person specification:
Flexible
Professional
Excellent communication skills with a wide range of people from labourers to managers
Thorough
Organised
Calm
Reliable
Self-motivated
Responsibilities:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on narrow boats
Carry out repairs and maintenance work associated with warranties on newly purchased boats
Work both on site in the boat yard and on site where boats are moored
Travel throughout Great Britain carrying out repairs as and when required
Be prepared to stay away from home if necessary to see a job through to completion
Commit to a call out rota throughout the year
Carry out maintenance checks on newly purchased boats prior to use
Knowledge, skills and qualifications required:
Essential:
Time served mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
Full driving licence
Desirable:
Previous knowledge of working with boats
Interested applicants will be expected to complete and return by email a simple application form to which CVs must be pasted.
Salary: £22,000 - £24,000
This job is no longer available for new applications.
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