4th Engineer - Stena Estrid
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 (80% 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). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
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
As an Engineer, you are directly accountable to the Second 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.
What You Will Experience
Stena Line wants to continue to be a safe, flexible, and attractive employer with various benefits for our crew. We believe a great work/life balance will create the best environment for us to be creative and productive. You will be in an excellent position for career advancement with regular opportunities for progression.
Benefits
- Concessionary ferry travel throughout the Irish Sea and North 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
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
We also believe you are reliable; you create results and see through everything you do.
Qualifications
- Basic STCW training and ENG1 certificates
- STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- STCW Seafarers with Designated Security Duties - Engineer Officer Of the Watch CoC Unlimited III/1
- Crowd Management Training
- Passenger Safety Training
Interested?This is a full-time, permanent position based on Stena Estrid within our Engine department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your CV in English as soon as possible but no later than 5th November 2026. 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 Ricky, Talent Acquisition Partner @ [email protected].
Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.
About Stena Line
As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 5,900 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company. 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 business to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends, and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.
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.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Stena Line, so check their own site for the current details.
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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.