Marine Engineering Apprentice
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Company: Harwich Haven Authority
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Location: HARWICH, CO12 3HH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £28,453.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000030159
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Application Deadline Date: 17/05/2026
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Start Date: 01/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 8:00 - 4:30 Monday to Friday.
Brief Description
Level 3 Marine Engineering Apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with South Essex College.
Years 1–3: Weekly day release to South Essex College (Luckyn Lane Campus) alongside workplace learning
Year 4: Full-time workplace-based development and consolidation of skills
Training to be Provided
This is a Level 3 Marine Engineering Apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with South Essex College.
Off-the-job training will take place one day per week at the South Essex College Luckyn Lane Campus, where you will study towards the Maritime Engineering Technician Apprenticeship standard.
The remainder of your time will be spent gaining practical, hands-on experience within Harwich Haven Authority’s Marine Engineering team.
Future Prospects
Marine Engineering Technician.
Vacancy Detail
- Working as part of the Marine Engineering team, you will:
- Support the maintenance, repair, and servicing of vessels, plant, and equipment
- Assist with routine inspections and planned maintenance activities
- Learn to identify and resolve faults under supervision
- Work alongside engineers on engine rebuilds, installations, and sea trials
- Contribute to workshop and onboard vessel activities
- Maintain tools and equipment and report any deficiencies
- Assist with general tasks including stores support, housekeeping, and vessel preparation
- Operate equipment such as forklifts and vehicles where required (subject to training and authorisation)
No two days are the same—you’ll be working across workshop and vessel environments, often outdoors and hands-on.
Other Information
GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willingness to achieve alongside the apprenticeship)
Minimum age of 18 (due to health and safety requirements)
Ability to pass an ENG1 medical examination
Full UK driving licence (or working towards)
Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays when required