Propeller Repair Mechanic

Wärtsilä is leading the maritime industry’s transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. We at Wärtsilä Marine Power are proud to offer our customers the world’s widest network of maritime expertise and the full portfolio from engines to lifecycle solutions. 

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

Welcome to Wärtsilä UK! For our Metallurgic Repair shop in Glasgow, we are looking for a mechanic to strengthen our team.

As a propeller repair mechanic, it is your responsibility to repair all kinds of ship propellers, whether it is a fixed blade propeller or a single blade, you ensure that our customer sails again as soon as possible. You will work internationally on construction sites throughout the whole world and in our workshop in Glasgow you will not do this alone, together with professionals such as Propulsion field service engineers, divers, service coordinators and so on, we will deliver what we promise.

How are you going to do that? You have to understand metal, weld it, shape it, smooth it until it's as good as new.

For each assigned project, you can use Wärtsilä manuals, drawings and fixed measurement/repair procedures. For experienced Technicians, we can offer the opportunity to work independently on your own assigned projects. Junior/trainee mechanics are supervised by one of our experienced colleagues.

What are your main tasks and responsibilities?

• You are responsible for the safety of yourself and others,
• Remove and handle propeller blades safely, so attach and move loads,
• Make sure that all tools used are in good and safe condition,
• Welding, grinding, heat treatment and other metalworking activities.
• Keeping your work environment clean and safe

What do we expect from you?

• Willing to travel around the world every now and then,
• Not a 9 to 5 mentality but a can-do mentality,
• You have the right MIG/MAG welding experience,
• (preferably) Have experience in welding CuNiAl,

More importantly, what can you expect from us?

• Being part of a team that makes an impact on society.
• Good secondary conditions, such as per diems,
• Great support from the team, and organization,
• Lots of learning opportunities and career moves,

We do excessive training on site so don’t be afraid if not all above mentioned requirements are met, apply and let’s discuss the opportunities.

Why you and why us?

This position offers a concrete possibility to contribute to the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. You will be a part of a global organization with a local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled colleagues. We offer interesting and challenging work as well as personal and professional development possibilities in a dynamic team.

Last application date: 31/05/2024

At Wärtsilä we value, respect, and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.