Lighthouse Maintenance Engineer presso The Corporation of Trinity House Deptford Strond

Lighthouse Maintenance Engineer
Permanent
St Just
£37,768.00 - 43,008.00 per annum
37 hours per week

Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our field operationsteam. This is a rare and exciting opportunity toplay a key role in maintaining the UK’s vital maritime safety assets whileworking alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and maritimeprofessionals.

What You’ll Do
- Maintenance.  Responsible for carrying outtechnical tasks in support to the Field Operations team traveling to manyseaside and offshore locations working on Navigation Aids and support systems atlighthouses, cottages and associated buildings and structures.
- Carry out inspections, and maintenance regimes: You will beresponsible for ensuring the Maintenance Management Information System we use(MMIS) is kept up to date, this system can then be utilised to plan upcomingworks with the team.
The MMIS is to be updatedwith both completed tasks and new works required to ensurethe lighthouses are kept fully operational at all times.
- Managerecords, supplies, and stores: As well asreporting necessary works, you will be expected to use our MMIS to documentinspection results and maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies requiredon-station.
 - Site Supervision and Installation Works. Once at a competent level within the team you will have opportunity tobe responsible for supervising on-site installations of new equipment andtechnology from supporting departments within the corporation, organising otherteam members and contractors work and carrying out technical tasks in supportof the team.
- Work with helicopters, large ships, and local boats: TrinityHouse utilises the helicopters and three ships, as well as local boats to carryout its work. You will have the opportunity to plan travel onboard and workalongside all of them.
- Travel and explore: From rugged coastal sites to isolated offshore lighthouses, you willvisit some of the most breathtaking locations in the country. Bear in mind thatextended time away from home is a key aspect of this role. You will however becompensated accordingly.
- Gain valuable training and qualifications in a wide variety of engineering, maritime operations, and health &safety disciplines.


What We Offer
-Generous expenses policy covering food and accommodation while working away.
-Additional payments for overnight stays at lighthouses.
-Significant overtime opportunities, allowing you to increase your earnings considerably.
-All required tools, uniform, and training provided, ensuring you can carry out your work safely and comfortably.
-Membership in the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with an exceptional 28.9% employer pension contribution.
-Generous annual leave entitlement, cycle-to-work scheme, annual bonus scheme, and access to benefits and discounts for healthcare, shopping, and leisure.
-Be part of a historic maritime institution, joining a small cohort of specialists who live and work on offshore lighthouses.
-Contribute to maritime safety, maintaining some of the UK’s most important navigation aids.

We would love to hear from you if you have the followingSkills, Experience and Qualifications:

Skills and Experience
- A good level of experience in a technicalmaintenance/installation role,
- Experienced in the maintenance of PLC based controlsystems,
- An appropriate level of practical training as provided bya craft apprenticeship,
- Expansive knowledge of electronic fault finding tocomponent level,
- Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations andElectricity at Work regulations desirable.

Qualifications
- A level 3 qualification in a relevant electronic baseddiscipline or suitable experience,
- Full driving licence.

Click here to view the role profile.

We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we lookforward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusiveenvironment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the online application process, by submitting your CV along with a supporting statement, evidencing how you meet the role requirements. 

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