Engineer (Naval Architect)
Posted 19 hours ago
- Poole, Dorset
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Engineer (Naval Architect)
Salary : £34,253 - £40,298 (dependent on experience)
Contract type : Permanent
Hours : Full Time
Additional information : Flexible working will be considered
Location : Poole, Dorset, England
Location description : Hybrid working arrangement between home and Poole, with a requirement to work in the office 2-3 days per week
Interview location : Poole, Dorset
Interview date : Wed 8th and Thurs 9th January 2025
Closing Date : 01-01-#####
Reference : 18302
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning.
Were looking for a Naval Architect (Engineer) to join our Naval Architecture team. The team are responsible for the structures, stability, equipment, and human factors across all the RNLIs floating assets. Working in collaboration with other Engineering colleagues, Production, Procurement, Maintenance, and Operations teams, you will be supporting the existing fleet, new construction projects and developing new equipment in line with departmental priorities as well as to support obsolescence. Your commitment to helping us produce and evaluate innovative, practical, and cost-effective engineering and design solutions will be key.
Some of the benefits
- Salary £34,253 - £40,298 (dependent on experience)
- Flexible working
- 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
- Life assurance
- Health and dental cash plan
Your Role
As a Naval Architect (Engineer), you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:
- To carry out design and development work and configuration change control of technical documentation to facilitate the through life product configuration of all assets and their associated equipment using the RNLI business systems and processes.
- To ensure that the design of RNLI plant, equipment and procedures are developed in accordance with EAM Processes and Standards.
- To work within one or more of the EAM delivery and project cells and to work with the Cell Leads and project managers to ensure work is completed to agreed timescales and that Cell processes are followed.
- To act as a designated engineering signatory in accordance with the EAM delegated authority.
- To assist in providing technical support to coastal staff and volunteers.
- To liaise with boatyards, contractors and suppliers in conjunction with procurement and technical surveyors.
- To plan and undertake technical investigations, troubleshooting, trials and analysis of data at boatyards, contractors premises and on-board plant.
- To become involved in other ad hoc tasks and projects as required.
About You
Youll be an output focused individual with a dynamic approach to your work, who is looking to develop your career in an exciting engineering environment. To be considered for this role you will need:
- A RINA accredited Naval Architecture (or equivalent) engineering qualification equivalent to the England, Wales and Northern Ireland qualification level 5 as defined by the UK government, or at level 3 or 4 with proven additional experience.
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience working as a Naval Architect.
- A motivated individual with a positive attitude. A team player, able to collaborate and perform under pressure.
- A proven ability to develop novel strategies to overcome issues and to innovate to improve operational delivery.
- Good communication skills, both written and presentational.
- Good team working, organisation, communication and attention to detail.
So, as a Naval Architect (Engineer) if you have a desire to grow your technical skills and understanding and want to see how this role supports our organisations aim to save lives at sea, this could be the role for you. Please apply via the button shown.
Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a persons health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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Salary : £34,253 - £40,298 (dependent on experience)
Contract type : Permanent
Hours : Full Time
Additional information : Flexible working will be considered
Location : Poole, Dorset, England
Location description : Hybrid working arrangement between home and Poole, with a requirement to work in the office 2-3 days per week
Interview location : Poole, Dorset
Interview date : Wed 8th and Thurs 9th January 2025
Closing Date : 01-01-#####
Reference : 18302
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning.
Were looking for a Naval Architect (Engineer) to join our Naval Architecture team. The team are responsible for the structures, stability, equipment, and human factors across all the RNLIs floating assets. Working in collaboration with other Engineering colleagues, Production, Procurement, Maintenance, and Operations teams, you will be supporting the existing fleet, new construction projects and developing new equipment in line with departmental priorities as well as to support obsolescence. Your commitment to helping us produce and evaluate innovative, practical, and cost-effective engineering and design solutions will be key.
Some of the benefits
- Salary £34,253 - £40,298 (dependent on experience)
- Flexible working
- 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
- Life assurance
- Health and dental cash plan
Your Role
As a Naval Architect (Engineer), you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:
- To carry out design and development work and configuration change control of technical documentation to facilitate the through life product configuration of all assets and their associated equipment using the RNLI business systems and processes.
- To ensure that the design of RNLI plant, equipment and procedures are developed in accordance with EAM Processes and Standards.
- To work within one or more of the EAM delivery and project cells and to work with the Cell Leads and project managers to ensure work is completed to agreed timescales and that Cell processes are followed.
- To act as a designated engineering signatory in accordance with the EAM delegated authority.
- To assist in providing technical support to coastal staff and volunteers.
- To liaise with boatyards, contractors and suppliers in conjunction with procurement and technical surveyors.
- To plan and undertake technical investigations, troubleshooting, trials and analysis of data at boatyards, contractors premises and on-board plant.
- To become involved in other ad hoc tasks and projects as required.
About You
Youll be an output focused individual with a dynamic approach to your work, who is looking to develop your career in an exciting engineering environment. To be considered for this role you will need:
- A RINA accredited Naval Architecture (or equivalent) engineering qualification equivalent to the England, Wales and Northern Ireland qualification level 5 as defined by the UK government, or at level 3 or 4 with proven additional experience.
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience working as a Naval Architect.
- A motivated individual with a positive attitude. A team player, able to collaborate and perform under pressure.
- A proven ability to develop novel strategies to overcome issues and to innovate to improve operational delivery.
- Good communication skills, both written and presentational.
- Good team working, organisation, communication and attention to detail.
So, as a Naval Architect (Engineer) if you have a desire to grow your technical skills and understanding and want to see how this role supports our organisations aim to save lives at sea, this could be the role for you. Please apply via the button shown.
Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a persons health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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