Marine Electrician
CV-LibraryFalmouth, CornwallpermanentPosted: 6 July 2026
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The Role:
This opportunity is with a well-established family-owned marine engineering and boatbuilding business specialising in bespoke vessel build, refit, restoration, and maintenance projects. They are looking for a skilled Marine Electrician to support the installation, fault finding, testing, and commissioning of onboard electrical systems across a variety of high-quality marine projects, working within a hands-on and detail-focused environment.
Responsibilites:
* Installation and maintenance of marine electrical systems onboard vessels
* Fault finding and diagnostics on electrical and control systems
* Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
* Installation of cabling, containment, switchboards, lighting, and control panels
* Testing and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure safe operation
* Working on AC/DC systems, batteries, generators, and distribution systems
* Carrying out repairs, upgrades, and modifications to onboard equipment
* Ensuring all work is completed in line with marine safety and compliance standards
* Supporting vessel refit, fit-out, and new build projects
* Conducting inspections and preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
* Collaborating with mechanical, fit-out, and engineering teams during installations
* Maintaining accurate documentation and completing job reports
Benefits (Permanent)
Once permanent, the role offers a strong benefits package including:
* 21 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays
* Paid day off on your birthday
* Up to 5% matched pension contributions (Royal London Personal Pension)
* Life insurance at 2x annual salary (death in service)
* Accident insurance covering 75% of salary for up to 2 years (home or work accidents)
* Private healthcare scheme, with option to extend to close family
(pre-existing conditions and cancer cover excluded)
* Travel allowance: 10p per mile, both ways, to support daily commuting costs
Working Hours
* 40-hour week
* Monday to Friday
* 08:00 – 16:30 (30-minute lunch break)
* Overtime available at 1.5x hourly rate
The Role:
This opportunity is with a well-established family-owned marine engineering and boatbuilding business specialising in bespoke vessel build, refit, restoration, and maintenance projects. They are looking for a skilled Marine Electrician to support the installation, fault finding, testing, and commissioning of onboard electrical systems across a variety of high-quality marine projects, working within a hands-on and detail-focused environment.
Responsibilites:
* Installation and maintenance of marine electrical systems onboard vessels
* Fault finding and diagnostics on electrical and control systems
* Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
* Installation of cabling, containment, switchboards, lighting, and control panels
* Testing and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure safe operation
* Working on AC/DC systems, batteries, generators, and distribution systems
* Carrying out repairs, upgrades, and modifications to onboard equipment
* Ensuring all work is completed in line with marine safety and compliance standards
* Supporting vessel refit, fit-out, and new build projects
* Conducting inspections and preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
* Collaborating with mechanical, fit-out, and engineering teams during installations
* Maintaining accurate documentation and completing job reports
Benefits (Permanent)
Once permanent, the role offers a strong benefits package including:
* 21 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays
* Paid day off on your birthday
* Up to 5% matched pension contributions (Royal London Personal Pension)
* Life insurance at 2x annual salary (death in service)
* Accident insurance covering 75% of salary for up to 2 years (home or work accidents)
* Private healthcare scheme, with option to extend to close family
(pre-existing conditions and cancer cover excluded)
* Travel allowance: 10p per mile, both ways, to support daily commuting costs
Working Hours
* 40-hour week
* Monday to Friday
* 08:00 – 16:30 (30-minute lunch break)
* Overtime available at 1.5x hourly rate