Lead Service Technician

Survitec; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in survival technology is seeking a Lead Lifeboat Service Technician to join their offshore service team. This pivotal role involves maintaining lifeboat systems while ensuring safety compliance and providing technical expertise. The position offers global travel opportunities and a healthy work-life balance, ideal for professionals looking to build a rewarding career.

Benefits

28 days holiday entitlement

Additional day off for birthday

Training & Professional Development

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with lifeboat systems.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience.
• Technically proficient in at least one service line.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, servicing, installation, and emergency repairs of lifeboats.
• Provide expert technical support and customer service in the field.
• Promote continuous improvement and ensure compliance.

Skills

Technical expertise

Hands-on experience

Planning

Troubleshooting

Decision-making

Job description

Engagement Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Role:

At Survitec, we're proud to be the global leader in survival technology. We’re currently looking for an experienced Lead Lifeboat Service Technician to join our offshore service team based in Findon. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to build a fulfilling career while playing a critical role in saving lives at sea.

In this dynamic role, you’ll enjoy global travel opportunities while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, working an average of just 17 days per month. We’re seeking someone with strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in lifeboat systems, ready to lead and support a high-performing team.

Key responsibilities for the Lead Lifeboat Service Technician role include but are not limited to:

• Perform inspections, servicing, installation, and emergency repairs of lifeboats and launching systems
• Represent Survitec in the field, providing expert technical support and customer service
• Promote continuous improvement and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Work closely with the Service Operations Manager on scheduling and manpower planning

You will have the opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working at Survitec is fast paced but incredibly rewarding.

This is not just another job; this is your career.

About You:

• Proven hands-on experience with lifeboat systems and launching equipment
• Previous lead or supervisory experience (formal management not required)
• Technically proficient in at least one service line, with the ability to coach and mentor others
• Strong planning, troubleshooting, and decision-making capabilities
• Holds or willing to obtain Rope Access certification
• Valid UK driving licence

Why You Should Work for Us

• Global travel opportunities
• 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit
• Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Training & Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme

Who are Survitec and what do we do?

Survitec are the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.

Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

That's why the world's leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom