2nd Engineer
Added 15 Sept · still live
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£58,300
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3512 (88% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,300, and Stena Line is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2122 (Mechanical engineers, Professional marine engineering role if duties are more design/management oriented). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3512 Ship and hovercraft officers Most likely code | £40,800 | £58,300 | £58,300 | £58,300 |
2122 Mechanical engineers Also possible | £33,400 | £37,400 | £42,100 | £46,800 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Are you an Engineer looking for a great work life balance with excellent career advancement opportunities? Stena Line are looking for a 2nd Engineer to join the team on Stena Superfast 8 (Cairnryan - Belfast).
Skills
As a Second Engineer you are responsible to the Master in all respects and are directly accountable to the Chief Engineer for the execution of your duties. Your tasks as an engineer are diverse and as such you will have the opportunity to use and develop your problem-solving skills in a wide range of scenarios. As a Second Engineer you are responsible for:
Stena Line exists to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling businesses to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.
Benefits
Skills
As a Second Engineer you are responsible to the Master in all respects and are directly accountable to the Chief Engineer for the execution of your duties. Your tasks as an engineer are diverse and as such you will have the opportunity to use and develop your problem-solving skills in a wide range of scenarios. As a Second Engineer you are responsible for:
- Your designated areas of responsibility as allocated by the Chief Engineer
- Acting in accordance with your responsibilities in the vessel’s emergency organisation.
- Carrying out maintenance on board as directed by the Chief Engineer in accordance with vessel’s Planned Maintenance Program.
- Being familiar with the ships operating and technical procedures.
- Managing all identified risk to ship, personnel and environment and establish appropriate safeguards.
- Reporting to the Chief Engineer, any incident or accident relating to any injury or potential hazard aboard along with any deficiencies in machinery or equipment particularly safety equipment.
- Be familiar with the relevant parts, procedures and requirements of the SMS contained within the DOCMAP system.
- Take an active interest in the duties above your rank to ensure confidence in stepping up and an ability to be hands on.
Stena Line exists to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling businesses to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.
Benefits
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Stena Line wants to continue to be a safe, flexible and attractive employer and have a variety of benefits for our crew. We believe a great work/life balance will create the best environment for us to be creative and productive. By holding your Chief Engineer (Unlimited) CoC you are in an excellent position for career advancement with regular opportunities for time in Chief Engineer roles. See some of our other benefits below:-
At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, welcoming, caring and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.
We believe you are welcoming with an open positive attitude. You should welcome new challenges and use your previous experience to benefit your team.
You are caring; you are a true team player who collaborates well with colleagues and other stakeholders.
We also believe you are reliable; you create results and see through everything you do.
Qualifications
Essential Certification:
- Concessionary ferry travel throughout the Irish Sea
- Discounted UK and European rail travel
- Company pension & life assurance scheme
- 24 weeks per annum onboard with 28 weeks per annum off (inclusive of 4 rostered weeks annual leave)
- Recognition scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Westfield Health Cash Healthcare plan (access to online GP, cash back from various health and dental treatments, gym memberships)
- Continuous training, coaching and development within a helpful and encouraging environment with progression opportunities
At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, welcoming, caring and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.
We believe you are welcoming with an open positive attitude. You should welcome new challenges and use your previous experience to benefit your team.
You are caring; you are a true team player who collaborates well with colleagues and other stakeholders.
We also believe you are reliable; you create results and see through everything you do.
Qualifications
Essential Certification:
- STCW Elementary First Aid
- STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
- STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- STCW Personal Survival Techniques
- STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- Crowd Management Training
- Passenger Safety Training
These are full-time, permanent positions based on Stena Superfast 8 within the Engine department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your CV in English as soon as possible but no later than 11th December 2025. Recruitment is ongoing, so do not wait to make your application. Please note that due to GDPR we do not accept applications via e-mail or postal service.
If you have any questions regarding the position or about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Alison, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected].
Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.
About Stena Line
Stena Line is one of Europe's leading ferry companies with approximately 40 vessels and 19 routes in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean operating 25,700 sailings each year. Stena Line is an important part of the European logistics network and develops new intermodal freight solutions by combining transport by rail, road and sea. Stena Line also plays an important role in tourism in Europe with its extensive passenger operations. The company is family-owned, was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Gothenburg. Stena Line has 6,200 employees and an annual turnover of 19.5 billion SEK.
We are committed to maintaining and developing a safe and sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Stena Line holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3512 going rate of £58,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.