Boat Mechanic & Marine Engineer — Fuengirola, Benalmadena & Puerto Banús
Fibreglass repairs, engine overhauls, gel coat restoration and osmosis treatment. English speaking. Also serving Marbella, Malaga and the Costa del Sol.
10 years as a commercial fisherman on the west coast of Canada — Darren knows boats from the inside out.
A Boat Mechanic with Real Sea Experience
Finding a qualified boat mechanic on the Costa del Sol who actually knows the sea is rare. Darren spent 10 years as a commercial fisherman on the wild west coast of Canada, operating his own salmon fishing vessel — a boat he helped build himself, incorporating unique design innovations. He began fishing before GPS navigation existed, reading tides and coastlines by experience alone in some of the most dangerous waters in the world.
That background means when Darren carries out fibreglass repairs, an engine overhaul, osmosis treatment or any other marine work on your vessel, he understands exactly what it means for the boat to perform reliably at sea — not just look good on the dock.
Marine Engineering Services
From fibreglass repairs and gel coat restoration to full engine overhauls and daily work contracts — all work carried out by an experienced boat mechanic.
Boat Mechanic — Engine Service & Overhaul
Looking for a boat mechanic on the Costa del Sol? Darren provides full engine servicing, diagnostics and overhauls for inboard and outboard marine engines. From a routine service to a complete engine rebuild, his 10 years as a working commercial fisherman means he has seen — and fixed — every engine problem imaginable.
- Routine engine servicing
- Full engine overhauls & rebuilds
- Inboard & outboard diagnostics
- Cooling system repairs
- Fuel system maintenance
- Impeller & belt replacement
Fibreglass Repairs & Gel Coat Restoration
Expert fibreglass repairs and gel coat restoration on the Costa del Sol. Whether your hull has stress cracks, impact damage, osmosis blistering or faded gel coat, we restore it to a professional finish. Darren has been working with fibreglass since helping build his own commercial fishing vessel in Canada.
- Hull crack & impact damage repair
- Fibreglass blister & osmosis treatment
- Gel coat restoration & colour matching
- Structural fibreglass lamination
- Anti-fouling & bottom paint preparation
- Cosmetic hull finishing
Daily Work Contracts & Vessel Maintenance
Flexible daily work contracts for ongoing vessel maintenance, refit projects and pre-season preparation. Ideal for marina operators, charter companies, superyacht crew and private boat owners who need a reliable, English speaking marine engineer on call.
- Scheduled maintenance contracts
- Refit & refurbishment projects
- Marina-based daily work
- Pre-season & post-season preparation
- Superyacht & charter vessel support
General Boat Repairs Costa del Sol
No marine repair job is too big or too small. From steering systems and helm repairs to electrical faults, deck hardware, bilge pumps and trailer gear — we fix it properly the first time. Serving all marinas and ports along the Costa del Sol.
- Steering & helm repairs
- Deck hardware & through-hull fittings
- Bilge pump installation & repair
- Marine electrical fault finding
- Trailer, winch & launching gear
- Anchor & mooring systems
Additional Boat Repair & Maintenance Services
A complete range of marine maintenance, repair and refurbishment services for sailing yachts, motor cruisers, RIBs and working vessels across the Costa del Sol.
Antifouling & Bottom Paint
Full hull preparation and antifouling application to protect against marine growth and corrosion — essential for boats kept in Costa del Sol waters year-round.
Teak Deck Restoration
Cleaning, caulking and full restoration of teak decks to extend their life and restore their appearance on sailing yachts and motor cruisers.
Rigging Inspection & Repair
Standing and running rigging checks, replacement and tuning for sailing vessels. Mast step inspections and shroud replacement.
Winterisation & Lay-Up
Full winterisation service including engine flushing, impeller replacement, fluid changes and protective storage preparation.
Outboard Motor Servicing
Servicing and repair of all major outboard brands — Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, Evinrude and more. Carburettor cleaning, impeller replacement and full tune-ups.
Marine Electrical Systems
Installation and repair of 12V/24V marine electrical systems, navigation lights, VHF aerials, battery banks and shore power connections.
Osmosis Treatment
Full osmosis diagnosis and treatment for GRP hulls. Blister repair, epoxy barrier coating and long-term hull protection.
Propeller & Shaft Repairs
Propeller removal, inspection, pitch correction and shaft seal replacement. Saildrive and sterndrive servicing.
Dinghy & RIB Repairs
Inflatable tube repairs, transom replacement, floor repairs and full RIB refurbishment for rigid inflatable boats of all sizes.
Boat Mechanic & Marine Repairs Across the Costa del Sol
Based on the Costa del Sol, we provide boat mechanic services, fibreglass repairs, gel coat restoration, osmosis treatment and engine overhauls — with our primary focus on Fuengirola, Benalmadena and Puerto Banús. We also cover Marbella, Malaga and all marinas along the Costa del Sol, including Puerto Banús, Marina Benalmadena, Puerto Deportivo Fuengirola and Malaga port.