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Rank Engineering Officer, Third Engineer

Vessel Type Dredgers, Suction Hopper Dredger

Trading Area UK Coastal

Type Permanent

Joining Port Port of Tyne

Office Glasgow

Job Ref JOB-16882

Summary

Third Engineer – Permanent Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Third Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis, following initial trips as a temporary hire.

Start Date: 12th November
Initial Trip: 2 weeks
Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Day Rate: £245+ (with travel expenses covered)

Location Requirement: Candidates must be based in the UK or Ireland to be considered.


Permanent Employment Package

Once permanent, the successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive Salary: Based on Certificate of Competency (CoC) and experience.

  • Annual Salary Review: While not guaranteed, salary increases have historically been awarded.

  • Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, with opportunities for additional paid work outside the rotation.

  • Bonus Scheme: Company-wide performance-based bonus.

  • Pension Scheme: Up to 8% employee contribution matched by up to 10% employer contribution, including Life Assurance (6x salary).

  • Additional Holiday Week: Extra week of leave annually, providing a three-week leave period. Option to work the holiday week for overtime pay.

  • Christmas Period: Vessels pause operations for three days, allowing crew to return home. Option to remain onboard with overtime pay.

  • Private Medical & Dental Insurance: Taxable benefit; partner and children in full-time education may be included.

  • Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support and wellbeing services.

  • Sponsored Study Leave: Available after two years of continuous employment.

Note: Employment is subject to a successful medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing.


About the Company

The company is actively expanding its fleet through a newbuild programme. The first vessel was successfully delivered in Q1 2025, with the next vessel scheduled for order in Q4 2025.

Published 27TH OCTOBER 2025