Our client is an independent expert in assurance and risk management.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organisations, they use their knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
Due to an increase in project demand they are now seeking build their maritime competency with the hire of a Marine Engineering Consultant.
12 Month Contract
Negotiable rate
Inside IR35
Aberdeen/Hybrid
This is an opportunity to work across both traditional offshore energy and rapidly growing renewable sector working with a collaborative team with deep expertise in marine and offshore operations.
We are seeking applications from individuals with experience delivering Dynamic Positioning (DP) System assurance activities across a broad range of clients and vessel types.
- 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
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Additional:
- 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.
Required experience
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).
