Marine Engineer Apprentice

Summary

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking business that’s committed to training the next generation of engineers. If you're reliable, practically-minded, and passionate about engineering, this is a unique opportunity to launch your career in one of the UK's most dynamic marine environments.

Wage

£14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course

Marine engineer (level 3)

Hours

You will work Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm at Chichester Marina

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Mechanical and electrical diagnostics
Servicing and fault finding
Carrying out repairs across a diverse fleet of vessels
Engine installation
Marine electrical and fuel systems
Routine maintenance and emergency diagnostics
Health, safety and environmental compliance in marine engineering

Where you'll work

CHICHESTER MARINA
CHICHESTER
PO20 7EJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP

Your training course

Marine engineer (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Prepare for meetings and discussions
Communicate marine engineering principles, concepts and processes relevant to the customer using appropriate listening, questioning, non-verbal communication, recording and presentation techniques
Use appropriate marine and engineering terminology
Make recommendations to ensure optimal performance of boats
Comply with quality, health and safety and environmental regulations
Prepare the work area in order to conduct marine engineering activities
Select, use, maintain and store equipment and tools spanners, socket sets, screwdrivers, power tools
Follow and maintain work procedures, method statements and production records
Work efficiently and effectively
Consider sustainability and environmental impacts when making, safety, quality and cost decisions
Use mathematical techniques, formulae, and calculations in marine engineering processes
Design layout of marine system or component
Interpret designer’s plans and engineering data, drawings and documentation
Finalise time and cost of the work to be done
Select/ maintain/ store appropriate equipment and materials
Select/make/use appropriate engineering jigs, templates and tooling
Select and use calibrated and measuring engineering tools
Select, source and use a variety of precision data charts and reference tables
Practical and safe use of tools, materials and equipment
Safe uses of jigs, templates and tooling
Measure and mark out to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
Use hand tools to cut, drill, shape and finish components to tolerances
Move components using appropriate safe methods and equipment
Assemble, remove, overhaul and refit marine engineering components, sub-assemblies and systems using appropriate machinery, equipment, tools and materials
Check/inspect components for robustness, fit and tolerances
Shape, fabricate, manipulate and precision alignment of marine engineering components and materials to accepted tolerances
Conduct/undertake planned or routine maintenance to required specification
Check/test/diagnose marine engineering components to company and manufacturing standards
Complete required organisational and manufacturer’s documentation
Apply safety and social responsibility practices when working at sea
Check installation meets required operational standards and is free from defects
Commission and test systems
Complete necessary documentation and company protocols
Undertake basic crew roles

Your training plan

Level 3 Marine Engineer apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Training will take place at the new Marine Skills Centre at Southampton College
You will receive both on-the-job and off-the-job training
Training will be delivered on either a block or day-release model

More training information

Southampton College has been providing career‑focused education and training for over 70 years.

We specialise in technical and professional courses that best prepare you for your future, whether you want to go to university, gain an apprenticeship or progress straight into full‑time work.

Brand new Centres of Excellence are being developed at the College, creating state-of-the-art facilities with cutting-edge resources that are unrivalled in the region. These exceptional learning environments alongside industry expert lecturers will significantly enhance your learning and future progression and career opportunities.

From September 2025, Southampton College will have Centres of Excellence in:

Digital
Early Years and Education
Engineering
Maritime
Motor Vehicle

Requirements

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Ocean Marine Services are a leading independent yacht and powerboat maintenance and management company undertaking Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Yacht Care and Refit works. They have highly skilled personnel, working on all major brands but have been awarded official dealerships for Volvo Penta, Yanmar, Honda Marine, Beta Marine, Mastervolt, Torqeedo and Lewmar. At the heart of Ocean Marine Services is their high levels of customer service. “This is a very friendly and approachable team”. They give informed and regular updates on individual projects and keep a maintenance history up to date where required. OMS have based themselves at Premier Marinas, Chichester – West Sussex. This puts them in the ideal position to service the needs of clients spanning throughout the Solent area. Their facilities are in the main boatyard in Chichester marina. They have modern engineering workshops and access to a 60 tonne travel hoist plus shed space for larger projects. Alongside this all technicians have fully equipped vans enabling them to service your needs regardless of location. They also have a comfortable service area to discuss projects and a specialised parts department with the ability to source and distribute worldwide.

https://www.oceanmarine-services.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

The right candidate could become a permanent member of Engineering team

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