Aids to Navigation Technician
The Company
Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff.
Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff who are looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression, and recognition.
Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision\-making and provide a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Company’s fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company’s culture for future success.
The Role
We are excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a technician to join our Aids to Navigation team located at our Burntisland facility. In this position, you will assume a critical role in responding to outages, conducting maintenance tasks, and executing installations of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) and associated equipment.
Initially, this role will serve as a Trainee position, with the duration contingent upon your experience, aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of the (AtoN) and Moorings.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with and learn from Senior AtoN Technicians.
- Undertake installation, scheduled inspections repairs and maintenance shore side and floating AtoN and mooring systems.
- Complete documentation \& reports associated with work and task
- Respond to AtoN outages and faults to meet company/client requirements.
- Ensure all activities are delivered within agreed time scales.
- Pilot fast response vessel and maintain equipment to code standards, all training provided
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders
- Inspect, test and report on AtoN equipment and hardware
- Undertake quality assurance checks on buoys and equipment
- Work within a Safe System of Work (SSOW)
Flexibility in working hours and the capability to work away from home when necessary to accommodate business requirements are vital aspects of this role. A full UK driving license is a prerequisite.
The successful candidate will have background in a marine workboat or technical environment \& hold a relevant qualification or demonstrate competence. Holding a current ENG1 Medical or being able to pass this is prerequisite.
What’s in it for you?
We offer an excellent package, including a pension, life assurance, the Cycle to Work scheme, and more, along with opportunities for on\-the\-job training and career progression within a stable environment. Flexible working options are also available.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and onboarding process.
The next steps
You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK.
Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo security vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Certn, who are our BPSS vetting partner.
“As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential requirements for this role will be offered an interview.”
Aids to Navigation Technician
Burntisland, Fife, United Kingdom
KY3 9DW
£30,000 to £32,000 per year Benefits package
Permanent \- Full\-time
Posted 19 days ago
Closing date: 11/06/2026
Job reference: NS1573176BurATNT
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