Marine Fire Engineer - #2185164

Marine Fire Protection Engineer

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Basic + Overtime (£50,000-£60,000+ OTE)

Are you a Marine Engineer, Offshore Engineer, Service Engineer, Fire Suppression Engineer or ex-Royal Navy Engineer looking for a role that offers variety, travel, technical development and excellent earning potential?

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Senior Marine Fire Protection Engineer to join a specialist maritime safety business working across commercial shipping, offshore assets, ferries and marine facilities throughout the UK and Europe.

This is an opportunity to join a respected and growing company where no two days are the same. You will work onboard vessels, visit ports across the UK and Europe, and play a critical role in maintaining life-saving fire protection systems that keep crews and vessels safe.

Importantly, we are keen to speak with experienced engineers as well as those with transferable marine, engineering or fire suppression experience who are looking to develop their career. Training and support can be provided for the right individual.

Why Join Us?

• Realistic earnings of £50,000-£60,000+ through overtime opportunities.
• Extensive manufacturer and industry-recognised training.
• Opportunity to gain offshore certifications and specialist marine qualifications.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Travel throughout the UK and Europe.
• No call-out rota.
• Genuine long-term career progression within a growing business.
• Work on some of the most advanced commercial vessels and marine assets operating today.
• Supportive team environment where experienced engineers mentor and develop the next generation of talent.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for the inspection, servicing, testing and certification of critical marine fire protection and life-saving systems onboard commercial vessels and offshore assets.

Responsibilities include:

• Servicing and certification of marine firefighting equipment.
• Inspection and maintenance of fixed fire suppression systems including CO₂, foam and dry powder systems.
• Testing and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems.
• Servicing breathing apparatus and emergency escape equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs to critical safety equipment.
• Producing service reports and certification documentation.
• Providing technical support and guidance to developing engineers.

Who We Are Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates with experience in:

• Marine Engineering
• Marine Service Engineering
• Vessel Maintenance
• Offshore Engineering
• Fire Protection Engineering
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Maritime Safety Equipment
• Royal Navy Marine Engineering
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering within a marine environment

Do not be put off if you do not have experience across every aspect of marine fire protection. If you have strong engineering experience and are keen to learn, we can provide training and support to help you become a specialist in this field.

Ideal Experience

• Marine, offshore or vessel engineering background.
• Experience working with safety-critical systems.
• Knowledge of CO₂, fire suppression or fire protection systems.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

BAFE qualification is advantageous but not essential for candidates who can demonstrate relevant engineering or fire protection experience on vessels and are willing to undertake training.

Package

• £38,000 - £42,000 basic salary.
• Higher salaries considered for exceptional experience.
• Overtime available with realistic earnings of £50,000-£60,000+.
• Company vehicle.
• Food allowances.
• Overnight allowances.
• NEST Pension Scheme.
• Annual leave increasing with service up to 33 days.
• Ongoing professional development and funded training.
• Clear progression opportunities into senior technical and supervisory positions.

Apply Today

Whether you are an experienced Marine Fire Protection Engineer or an engineer looking to move into this specialist sector, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing and highly respected maritime safety business.