Mechanical/Electrical Support

Posting date:	05 December 2025
Salary:	£17.88 to £21.57 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 January 2026
Location:	PL1 4SG
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Morson Talent
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	morson_245155-449576

Summary

Marine Engineering Technicians – Electrical & Mechanical | Up to £21.57/hr | 6-Month Contract

We are looking for skilled Electrical and Mechanical Technicians to support a major marine engineering programme during deep maintenance periods. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical expertise will directly contribute to restoring and regenerating essential systems keeping operations moving forward.

If you have ever worked in marine engineering, or in structured environments that demand discipline, technical precision, and adaptability — this is your opportunity to get back into a role that values those skills.

What You will Be Doing:

• Maintaining and assisting in the regeneration of key electrical and mechanical systems onboard vessels

  
  

• Rectifying defects and ensuring equipment is safe, operational, and test-ready

  
  

• Completing defect reports and system updates using a digital maintenance management system

  
  

• Supporting ongoing deep maintenance projects and upkeeping responsibilities onboard ships

  
  

• Communicating effectively with engineering teams and stakeholders to report on system condition and readiness

  
  

  What you will need:

  • A level 2 or 3 qualification (ONC, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent) in an engineering discipline

    
    

  • Proven experience as a mechanical or electrical technician

    
    

  • Ability to carry out physical work onboard ships regularly

    
    

  • Strong IT literacy for reporting and maintenance logging

    
    

  • A proactive, flexible approach to general marine maintenance and upkeeping duties

    
    

  • Great teamwork and communication skills

    
    

    Ideal Candidates:

    This role is perfectly suited to professionals from a marine, defence, or structured engineering background — particularly those who’ve thrived in disciplined environments and understand the demands of working on vessels. Ex-forces technicians are especially encouraged to apply.

    What You will Get:

    • A competitive hourly rate of £17.88 - £21.57 (depending on experience)

      
      

    • A chance to be involved in a key maintenance programme

      
      

    • Work that keeps essential operations moving

      
      

    • A team environment that values reliability, responsibility, and technical skill

      
      

      Location: Plymouth

      Rate: £17.88 – £21.57 per hour (dependent on experience)

      Contract: 6 Months, Full-Time