Marine Communications Engineer

OLAS Communications; Chelmsford; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the marine industry seeks a Marine Communications Engineer to work on superyachts worldwide. This full-time role involves installing communication systems and requires frequent travel. Comprehensive training is provided, and candidates with RF experience are preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

All expenses covered while working overseas

Competitive overtime rates

28 Days Leave per year

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with equipment installation.
• Comfortable with weekly international travel.

Responsibilities

• Install UHF crew radio systems onboard vessels.
• Work with attention to detail in a marine environment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Full clean driving license

Tools

RF spectrum

Job description

Direct message the job poster from OLAS Communications

Providing communications to the Marine industry

Location: Field-based with worldwide travel, primarily within continental Europe

Employment Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday with occasional weekend working, 08:00-17:00

Salary: £28,000-£35,000 per annum, depending on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Marine Communications Engineer to join our team. This role involves working onboard superyachts worldwide, requiring frequent travel outside the UK on a weekly basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Install UHF crew radio systems onboard vessels
• Install cellular antenna systems on superyachts
• Install antennas and components with precision
• Terminate and test coaxial cabling
• Work with attention to detail in a marine environment
• Adapt to international working environments

Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience with equipment installation
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
• Full clean driving license
• Detail-oriented with ability to work diligently
• Comfortable with weekly international travel
• Experience working within the RF spectrum (desired)
• EU Passport holder (desired)

Who Should Apply

Hands-on technicians are encouraged to apply! Are you looking for a more exciting role?

While RF (two-way radio) experience is beneficial, we provide comprehensive training for candidates without this background. Our training program may take up to 18 months to complete, ensuring you can operate proficiently in high-profile environments. Ex-military personnel are encouraged to apply.

We Offer

• Comprehensive training to allow you to succeed within the role
• All expenses covered while working overseas (accommodation & meals)
• Opportunity to work in prestigious marine environments worldwide
• Clear progression path as you develop your skills
• Competitive overtime rates
• 28 Days Leave per year
• Christmas shutdown
• Overnight allowance when travelling
• Progressive salary increases as training milestones are achieved

This position is 100% field-based, requiring extensive travel. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working away from home regularly while maintaining high-quality installation standards in the luxury yacht sector. Based in Chelmsford, Essex.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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