Senior Marine Electronics Engineer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Marine Electronics Engineer to join a well-established marine business supporting commercial and offshore vessels throughout the UK and overseas.

This role will suit a marine electronics professional with strong experience of navigation and communication systems, including radar, gyro compass, GPS, VHF and MF/HF radio systems, who enjoys a varied mix of installation, commissioning, fault finding and survey work.

The Role

Install, commission, service and maintain marine electronic, navigation and communication systems.
Undertake fault finding, repairs and upgrades onboard vessels and at customer sites.
Work on radar, sonar, GPS, ECDIS, gyro compasses, VHF/MF/HF radio systems, VDR and internal communication systems.
Carry out vessel surveys, radio surveys and VDR performance testing.
Ensure all installations comply with relevant maritime regulations and international standards.
Provide technical guidance and support to engineers undertaking complex installations, commissioning and fault-finding activities.
Produce service reports and technical documentation.
Travel regularly throughout the local area, with occasional UK and overseas travel.
Work outdoors and at height when required.
Participate in ad-hoc weekend and out-of-hours work.

Requirements

Proven experience within marine electronics, marine electrical or maritime engineering.
Strong knowledge of marine navigation and communication systems.
Experience with radar, gyro compass, GPS, VHF and MF/HF radio equipment.
Ability to diagnose, repair, install and commission marine electronic systems.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3 in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
Full UK driving licence.
Valid passport.
Right to work in the UK.

Package

Salary from £46,000 DOE
Company van provided
34 days holiday including public holidays
Pension: 4% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution
Occupational Sick Pay:
Up to 12 months' service: 1 month
1-3 years' service: 2 months
3+ years' service: 3 months
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed