Service Engineer

PALFINGER; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Training programs

Team environment

Flexible hours

Medical insurance

Vacation allowance

40-hour work week

Job summary

PALFINGER MARINE Dubai is seeking a talented Service Engineer to join our on-site team. You will perform service, maintenance, and repairs of lifeboats, davits, and cranes on vessels, offshore platforms, and wind installations, with strict adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma in Mechanical or Marine engineering, has hands-on experience with LSA equipment, strong English skills, and is willing to travel on short notice.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Marine engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with Lifesaving Appliances (LSA), winches, lifeboats, davits and cranes.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in maritime/offshore fields preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in English, spoken and written; computer literacy expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, and repairs of lifeboats, davits, and cranes on vessels and platforms.
• Verify parts and resources before work and document service reports timely.
• Report activities to Service Coordinator and client with accurate records.
• Travel on short notice, occasionally for longer periods.

Skills

Strong technical background in Lifesav

Customer service skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Physical fitness

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Mechanical or Marine engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions.

PALFINGER MARINE, an integral part of our organization since 1992, offers complete deck equipment solutions and lifesaving appliances to various maritime industries. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

At PALFINGER MARINE Dubai, United Arab Emirates, we are currently looking for a TALENTED, AMBITIOUS AND READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE Service Engineers. This position will be reporting to the Regional Service Manager.

Your Responsibilities

Job preparation:

• Verify that all required parts, tools, and resources are available, and ensure all pre-job requirements are met before commencing work.
• Assess the technical condition of equipment on-site to identify maintenance and repair needs.
• Perform service, maintenance, and repairs of lifeboats, davits, and cranes onboard vessels, offshore oil & gas platforms, and offshore wind installations. Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with company standards, safety procedures, and applicable industry regulations.
• You will report to the Service Coordinator and the client on all activities performed, ensuring accurate documentation and timely administrative completion of service reports and related paperwork.
• Travel at short notice, occasionally for longer periods.

Your Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Marine engineering or equivalent.
• Possess a strong technical background in Lifesaving Appliances (LSA), with specific hands-on experience in mechanical winches, lifeboats, davits, and cranes.
• Minimum of 3 years and up to 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in the maritime/offshore industry is preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills, self-motivated, able to work independently.
• Proficiency in English language, both verbal and written.
• Computer literacy with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability and willingness to engage in moderate to heavy physical work and working at height

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join the fast-growing PALFINGER MARINE family
• Exciting and dynamic full-time position (40 hours per week), ideally starting as soon as possible
• Continuous learning and development through ongoing training programs
• Supportive and professional team environment, with room for individual initiative
• Flexible working hours, where applicable.
• Attractive compensation package, including competitive salary, medical insurance coverage,and annual vacation ticket allowance