Marine Electrical Officer – Containership (Contract)

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

V.Group is seeking an Electro-Technical Officer for a containership, working onboard in the Engine department under a contract arrangement. The joining date is 28 September 2026 with responsibilities including maintenance of electrical and electronic systems, test schedules, alarm management, and support during cargo operations to ensure safe cargo-handling machinery operation.

The position requires expertise in electrical and navigation systems aboard container ships, with the role reporting to

Qualifications

• The Electrical Engineer is responsible to the Chief Engineer for the comprehensive maintenance of onboard electrical and electronic systems.
• Execute UMS test schedules, manage alarm systems, and perform first-level maintenance on critical communication, radio and navigation equipment.
• Provide vital support during cargo operations to ensure the safe and efficient running of electrical cargo-handling machinery.

Responsibilities

• The Electrical Engineer (or Electrical Officer) is responsible to the Chief Engineer for the comprehensive maintenance of all onboard electrical and electronic systems. This technical role involves executing UMS test schedules, managing alarm systems, and performing first-level maintenance on critical communication, radio, and navigation equipment. Additionally, the officer provides vital support during cargo operations to ensure the safe and efficient running of electrical cargo-handling machinery

Job description

V.Group is seeking an Electro-Technical Officer for a containership, working onboard in the Engine department under a contract arrangement. The joining date is 28 September 2026 with responsibilities including maintenance of electrical and electronic systems, test schedules, alarm management, and support during cargo operations to ensure safe cargo-handling machinery operation.

The position requires expertise in electrical and navigation systems aboard container ships, with the role reporting to