Marine Electronics Technician / Engineer

Holt Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in marine electronics is expanding its team and seeking Marine Electronics Technicians and Engineers. This role involves hands-on work with advanced navigation, communication, and safety systems for commercial vessels. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience, with opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

Company car

Employer contribution pension scheme

Career development pathways from Technician to Senior Engineer

Training opportunities and autonomy in your role

Qualifications

• Experience in marine or field-based electronics.
• Experience with electronic navigation and communication systems.
• Experience in fault-finding and installation.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning marine electronics on vessels.
• Performing maintenance, repairs, and equipment surveys.
• Supporting customers with diagnostics and fault resolution.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer-focused

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Our partner is growing their national team of Marine Electronics Technicians and Engineers.

Whether you're just starting out or an experienced professional ready to lead projects and mentor others, we have the right opportunity for you.

Join a dynamic team that delivers cutting-edge navigation, communication, and safety systems to commercial vessels.

You will be working hands-on with industry-leading equipment, ensuring vessels remain operational, compliant, and connected.

The company values initiative, technical skill, and a customer-first approach; if that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Installing and commissioning marine electronics on vessels
2. Performing maintenance, repairs, and equipment surveys
3. Supporting customers with diagnostics and fault resolution
4. Identifying service opportunities and recommending solutions
5. Delivering projects across the UK and occasionally overseas

What We're Looking For:

1. HNC/HND in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
2. Experience in:

• Marine or field-based electronics
• Electronic navigation and communication systems
• Fault-finding and installation
• Technical support and project engineering

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Clear communication and customer-focused mindset
• Essential: Full UK driving licence

Desirable (but not essential):

• GMDSS Operators Certificate
• Radio/VDR Survey or Class Approval experience
• BOSIET/OLF Certification
• Manufacturer-specific training

Medical: Must be able to pass a medical and annual working at height training.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience)
• Company car
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Career development pathways from Technician to Senior Engineer
• Training opportunities and autonomy in your role

Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Sponsorship is not currently available.

Equal Opportunities: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Apply now and be part of the future of marine electronics.