Assistant Electrical Superintendent

HSB Technical Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Electrical Superintendent to oversee repairs and installations of vessel electrical systems. Based in Liverpool with travel to Belfast, the role includes conducting electrical surveys and ensuring compliance across vessels. The ideal candidate will have experience in fault finding and installing electrical systems, ensuring operational safety and functionality. A permanent position with a salary range of £40,000-£45,000.

Benefits

25+ days holiday

Private health insurance

8% employer pension contribution

Vehicle for business use

Qualifications

• Experience in surveying, repairing, and installing electrical systems on vessels.
• Knowledge of engine controls and power management systems.
• Ability to ensure compliance and safety in electrical operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical surveys on vessels, including dockings and inspections.
• Fault-find and repair vessel electrical systems.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment onboard.

Skills

Electrical system fault finding

Installation of vessel electrical systems

Conducting electrical surveys

Job description

Position: Assistant Electrical Superintendent (Shore Based)
Job ID: 1873/1
Location: Liverpool (with travel to Belfast)
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 DOE
Type: Permanent

Benefits

25+ days holiday, private health insurance (including spouse and children under 18, accepting all pre‑existing conditions, taxed), 8% employer pension contribution & 8% employee contribution, vehicle provided for business use.

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors - visit: (url removed) for a full list of our vacancies.

Position Overview

The Vessel Electrical Engineer (shore‑based) will focus on surveys, fault finding, repairs, and installation of vessel electrical systems across operational vessels, from engine room to bridge. You will be the go‑to technical expert for electrical works, ensuring operational vessels remain safe, compliant, and fully functional.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical surveys on vessels, including dockings, overhauls, and routine inspections.
• Fault‑find, repair, and install vessel electrical systems, covering:
  • Engine Controls (Deep Sea, Comap, and various other systems)
  • Power Management Systems (PMS)
  • Bridge systems including navigation, radar, communication, and other electrical equipment.
  • Assist with pr…