Marine Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

Marine Mechanical Fitter – New Build & Engineering Projects

Contract | Outside IR35 | UK Shipyard Environment

Broadreach Recruitment is supporting a UK-based commercial marine engineering project and is seeking an experienced Marine Mechanical Fitter for a contract position (Outside IR35).

This role is focused on new vessel construction and machinery installation, with scope across propulsion, auxiliary systems and engine room outfitting. Candidates must be eligible to obtain basic security clearance.

The Role

You will be working within a shipyard environment, carrying out the installation, maintenance and commissioning of mechanical and auxiliary systems on new-build vessels.

The role is hands-on and technically demanding, suited to experienced marine fitters who are confident working from drawings, fault-finding, and completing mechanical installations to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installation of new equipment including propulsion machinery and auxiliary systems

• Maintenance and repair of commercial marine engines and gearboxes

• Fault-finding on fuel oil, lubricating oil, air and filtration systems

• Installation and alignment of propeller shaft systems, couplings, mounts and glands

• Fitting and maintenance of overboard, sea suction and engine room piping systems

• Working with generators and associated control systems (single and three phase)

• Maintaining hydraulic systems for steering gear and deck equipment

• Dismantling defective machinery using hand and power tools for repair and rectification

• Inspecting and measuring components for wear, misalignment or defects

• Replacing worn or defective mechanical and hydraulic components

• Cutting, threading and installing new hydraulic and air pipework

• Testing machinery following repair with an understanding of operating pressures and temperatures

• Carrying out basic repairs using brazing, soldering and welding techniques

• Working from design drawings and technical documentation

• Safe isolation of equipment undergoing maintenance

Requirements

Essential:

• Time-served Marine Mechanical Fitter or equivalent

• Proven experience in commercial marine or shipyard environments

• Strong understanding of mechanical installation and maintenance practices

• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and manuals

• Hands-on experience with welding tools and materials

• Good understanding of welding techniques and methods of installation

• Fundamental electrical knowledge (12–24V systems)

• Good understanding of basic mathematics

• Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow safety procedures

Contract Details

• Contract position - 6-9 months

• Outside IR35

• Shipyard-based role

• Opportunity for ongoing or repeat work depending on project demand

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, basic security clearance is required.
Applicants must be eligible to undergo pre-engagement security checks. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process.