Technician - Marine Engineering

Care to Join Us? South Hampshire College Group is seeking a proactive and organised Marine Engineering Technician to join our Southampton-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality Marine Engineering programmes by maintaining industry-standard workshops, equipment and learning resources.

As a Marine Engineering Technician, you will provide technical support to staff and students across our Marine Engineering provision. You will be responsible for ensuring workshops, equipment and training resources are maintained to a high standard, enabling safe and effective practical learning experiences.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will help prepare practical sessions, maintain specialist marine engineering equipment and support students in developing the skills they need for careers within the marine and maritime industries.

We offer great benefits including;

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development

Duties

• Prepare and set up tools, equipment, engines and learning resources for practical sessions.
• Maintain Marine Engineering workshops, stores and training areas to a high standard.
• Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks on marine engines, training rigs, workshop machinery and associated equipment.
• Manage stock levels of engineering materials, consumables and spare parts.
• Maintain inventories and records of equipment and resources.
• Support lecturers and students during practical activities and assessments.
• Deliver workshop inductions and promote safe working practices.
• Assist with the maintenance and preparation of training vessels and specialist marine equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, maritime standards and College procedures.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and professional learning environment.

Experience We are looking for an individual who has:

• Experience working within a Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Maritime environment.
• Knowledge of marine engines, propulsion systems and engineering workshop equipment.
• An understanding of health and safety requirements within an engineering or marine setting.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support students and staff.
• Experience of stock control, equipment maintenance and workshop organisation.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable Qualifications And Experience Include

• A recognised qualification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working in an educational or training environment.
• First Aid qualification or a willingness to undertake training.

About Us The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

South Hampshire College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment practices follow safer recruitment guidance, including enhanced DBS checks, online checks, and thorough pre‑employment vetting. We value equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.