Shipping Field Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company specializing in marine exhaust gas turbocharger repair is seeking a Marine Field Service Engineer. This position offers the opportunity to work internationally, requiring flexibility and independent mechanical skills. Generous compensation includes an excellent hourly rate with overtime, alongside necessary tools and equipment.

Benefits

Extensive overtime available

Company vehicle provided

Mobile phone provided

IT equipment provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in marine engineering.
• Experience on marine turbochargers is a plus.
• Proficient in reading measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overhauling and repairing exhaust gas turbochargers.
• Work involves both main propulsion plants and diesel generators.
• Minimise merchant vessel downtime.

Skills

Marine engineering

Independent work

Team leadership

Mechanical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Reporting systems experience

Measurement equipment reading

Written and spoken English

Job description

Job Description

Marine Field Service Engineer

Job Type: Permanent
Extensive overtime rates, van, tools, uniform, mobile phone

Background: A business specialising in the repair and overhaul of marine exhaust gas turbochargers for the shipping industry now has a vacancy for a Field Service Engineer to join their expanding, dynamic company. While the position will be based in the company’s workshop in Totton, UK, it will require extensive international travel. Flexibility is essential due to potential long periods away from home.

The Role

• The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for overhauling and repairing exhaust gas turbochargers.
• Work will involve diesel engines installed in vessels of all sizes, from fishing boats to large bulk carriers, container ships, and land-based power plants.
• Work will be on both main propulsion plants and diesel generators.
• Minimising merchant vessel downtime is critical; hence, the engineer may need to work on a job for extended periods to complete the task.
• When not on site, the engineer will work in the company’s workshops and must live within commuting distance of Southampton.

The Person

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in marine engineering.
• Ideally, 3-5 years working on marine turbochargers.
• Methodical and resourceful mechanical engineer capable of working independently and leading a team.
• Willing to spend long periods away from home, including weekends, with a flexible and positive attitude.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with reporting systems.
• Experience reading measurement equipment.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Package

• Excellent hourly rate with extensive overtime available.
• Company vehicle, phone, and IT equipment provided.