Electrical Consultant – Marine Engineering & Asset Assurance
| Posting date: | 21 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50 to £55 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | PAYE basis only. Dependent on experience. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 May 2026 |
| Location: | Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Wilcock Consulting |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months – potential to become permanent
Location: Flexible, with a preference for proximity to Aberdeen. Hybrid and remote options are available.
Salary: £50-£55 per hour, PAYE basis
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking individuals with experience delivering Dynamic Positioning (DP) System assurance activities across a broad range of clients and vessel types to join our client:
• DP System FMEA and trials authoring, review, and verification and validation (V&V)
• Client-facing deployments, including attendance on vessels to support assurance activities
• Strong technical report writing and an adaptable approach across varied projects and timelines
• Familiarity with closed-bus power systems and battery/hybrid installations (highly advantageous)
• Awareness of relevant assurance standards and guidance (beneficial; training will be provided)
• Self-driven, responsive to client needs, and motivated to learn and take on new responsibilities
The daily duties will be as follows:
• Attend vessels, as independent witness, recording results from approved trials programmes
• Review FMEA (failure mode and effects analysis) and Trials programmes in line with industrial guidelines:
• FMEA development, including FMEA and Proving Trials authoring
• Review and author IMCA M190 / M191 compliant trials programmes
• Offshore client rep attendances
• Development of marine operating procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Perform SIMOPS assessments and marine risk evaluations for multi-vessel operations
• The role is primarily office based with regular domestic and international travel, often at short notice.
The successful candidate will have the following:
• You are technically strong, commercially aware, confident engaging with clients, and eager to grow within a
dynamic environment.
• You should have a solid marine operational background, ideally gained on offshore support vessels (e.g.,
Drillship, Dive Vessel, PLV, CLV, AHTS, SOV) at the level of Chief Engineer / Second Engineer / Electrician /ETO.
• Candidates with transferable skills (relevant electrical degree) or industry experience may also apply to be
considered.
Requirements:
• A collaborative, service-minded approach. Experience delivering and selling consultancy / advisory services
would be advantageous.
• Up-to-date knowledge of marine regulatory and statutory requirements (Class rules), industry standards, and
guidelines (IMCA / OCIMF / MTS).
• Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and offer solutions.
• Medically fit for offshore work; current ENG1 or OEUK Medical.
• Right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Fluent English skills, both written and verbal.
• Current offshore safety certification is desirable; (i.e. BOSIET / FOET / GWO).
Duration: 12 months – potential to become permanent
Location: Flexible, with a preference for proximity to Aberdeen. Hybrid and remote options are available.
Salary: £50-£55 per hour, PAYE basis
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking individuals with experience delivering Dynamic Positioning (DP) System assurance activities across a broad range of clients and vessel types to join our client:
• DP System FMEA and trials authoring, review, and verification and validation (V&V)
• Client-facing deployments, including attendance on vessels to support assurance activities
• Strong technical report writing and an adaptable approach across varied projects and timelines
• Familiarity with closed-bus power systems and battery/hybrid installations (highly advantageous)
• Awareness of relevant assurance standards and guidance (beneficial; training will be provided)
• Self-driven, responsive to client needs, and motivated to learn and take on new responsibilities
The daily duties will be as follows:
• Attend vessels, as independent witness, recording results from approved trials programmes
• Review FMEA (failure mode and effects analysis) and Trials programmes in line with industrial guidelines:
• FMEA development, including FMEA and Proving Trials authoring
• Review and author IMCA M190 / M191 compliant trials programmes
• Offshore client rep attendances
• Development of marine operating procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Perform SIMOPS assessments and marine risk evaluations for multi-vessel operations
• The role is primarily office based with regular domestic and international travel, often at short notice.
The successful candidate will have the following:
• You are technically strong, commercially aware, confident engaging with clients, and eager to grow within a
dynamic environment.
• You should have a solid marine operational background, ideally gained on offshore support vessels (e.g.,
Drillship, Dive Vessel, PLV, CLV, AHTS, SOV) at the level of Chief Engineer / Second Engineer / Electrician /ETO.
• Candidates with transferable skills (relevant electrical degree) or industry experience may also apply to be
considered.
Requirements:
• A collaborative, service-minded approach. Experience delivering and selling consultancy / advisory services
would be advantageous.
• Up-to-date knowledge of marine regulatory and statutory requirements (Class rules), industry standards, and
guidelines (IMCA / OCIMF / MTS).
• Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and offer solutions.
• Medically fit for offshore work; current ENG1 or OEUK Medical.
• Right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Fluent English skills, both written and verbal.
• Current offshore safety certification is desirable; (i.e. BOSIET / FOET / GWO).