Lead Service Technician

TN United Kingdom; Portlethen; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Lifeboat Service Technician, where you will play a vital role in saving lives at sea. This dynamic position offers global travel opportunities and a balanced work-life schedule, with an average of just 17 working days per month. You will lead a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while promoting continuous improvement. With a commitment to your professional development, you will have the chance to grow in your career within a supportive and rewarding environment.

Benefits

28 Days Holiday Entitlement

Birthday Off

Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Training & Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with lifeboat systems and launching equipment.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience in a technical role.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and emergency repairs of lifeboats and launching systems.
• Provide expert technical support and customer service in the field.

Skills

Lifeboat Systems Expertise

Technical Support

Planning and Troubleshooting

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Rope Access Certification

Valid UK Driving Licence

Job description

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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