Job Description:

Marine Mechanic / Marine Engineer
Location: East Cowes, Isle of Wight
Hours: Monday to Thursday | 37.5 hours per week
Pay: £15–£17 per hour
Contract: Temporary with potential for permanent opportunities

Pertemps Isle of Wight is currently recruiting for a Marine Mechanic / Marine Engineer to join a leading marine engineering business based in East Cowes.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled and supportive team working on a variety of marine vessels and equipment. If you're a hands-on engineer or mechanic with strong mechanical skills and a passion for fault finding, repairs and maintenance, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing mechanical and engineering faults on marine equipment and vessels.
  
  
• Carrying out servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance.
  
  
• Installing, removing and overhauling marine engines and associated systems.
  
  
• Working on propulsion systems, steering, fuel, hydraulic and cooling systems.
  
  
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical manuals.
  
  
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the highest quality standards.
  
  
• Working collaboratively within a professional engineering team.
  
  

About You
We're looking for candidates who have:

• Previous experience as a Marine Mechanic, Marine Engineer, Mechanical Technician or a similar hands-on mechanical role.
  
  
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  
  
• Experience maintaining diesel engines, mechanical systems, vehicles, plant, machinery or other engineering equipment.
  
  
• A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to work through mechanical problems.
  
  
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to health and safety.
  
  

Transferable skills are welcomed.

You could be a Car Mechanic, HGV Technician, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Maintenance Engineer or have a military engineering background and be looking for an opportunity to move into the marine industry.

Marine experience is advantageous but not essential for the right candidate — if you have strong mechanical skills and the right attitude, we encourage you to apply.

What's on Offer?

• £15–£17 per hour, depending on experience.
  
  
• Monday to Thursday working pattern – enjoy a long weekend every week.
  
  
• Ongoing assignment with the opportunity for permanent employment.
  
  
• On-site parking.
  
  
• Weekly or monthly pay available.
  
  
• Support from the dedicated Pertemps Isle of Wight team throughout your assignment.
  
  

If you're an experienced mechanic, technician or engineer looking for your next challenge — whether you already have marine experience or you're looking to transfer your skills into the marine industry — we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact the Pertemps Isle of Wight team for more information.