Mechanic / Fitter - Mercy Ships

Ref: 1185

24 June 2026

Northern Marine Manning Services are currently looking to recruit a Mechanic / Fitter to join our client's Hospital Ship on the 5th July for 3 months.

Experience Required:

You must have at least 6 months at sea in a similar role on a large cruise / passenger ship.

Responsibilities:

• Mechanical overhaul and repair work on marine engines and related equipment
• Repair and maintain pumps, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment and valves
• Operate hand tools associated with marine engines Service and fit various machinery components
• Repair machinery, engines and related equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing system equipment Alignment, fitting, fabrication, grinding, drilling, tapping Pipe fitting and flange assembly Welding or hot work (if applicable and certified)
• Familiarity with lock out/tag out procedures
• Permit-to-work systems
• Follow all safety measures as defined in the company
• Safety management Systems Participate in regular drills and join emergency teams as required by the Safety Officer
• Report non-conformities, accidents involving personnel or vessel, and hazardous occurrences to the Company
• Proper use of PPE and safe lifting practices

Essential Certification:

• STCW VI/1 Basic Training
• Seamans Medical Certificate
• STCW V/2-1 Crowd Management
• STCW VI/6-1 Security Awareness
• Seafarer’s Book 
• Passport

Successful candidates must also be compliant with the vessel's mandatory vaccination requirements prior to joining.

If you are interested in this role please click the apply button and send us your CV. Please note the recruitment team will then review your CV and contact you if your experience is suitable for this vacancy or any future vacancies we may have.