Offshore Electrician Trainee: Marine Electrical Systems

Heerema Marine Contractors; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Offshore allowance

Bonus structure

Pension and insurance packages

Comfortable cabins

Fitness facilities

Job summary

Heerema Marine Contractors in Leiden is seeking a Junior Offshore Electrician Maritime Specialist to start your electrical career at sea. You’ll be trained and guided by experienced specialists to maintain electrical equipment and automation systems on our state-of-the-art crane vessels and to diagnose and repair malfunctions.

You’ll participate in training programs to grow into roles such as Electrical Maritime Specialist 2 or beyond, building hands-on skills, safety awareness, and a proactive

Qualifications

• Recent vocational or bachelor degree from a maritime school with a minor in Ship Electronics, or a bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
• Excellent reporting skills and a hands-on, flexible mindset.
• Strong learning attitude and curiosity for complex maritime systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (spoken and written).
• Proactive and safety-conscious work approach.
• CoC is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical installations and automation systems on board our crane vessels
• Support senior specialists in resolving complex electrical malfunctions
• Participate in periodic testing, upgrades, and preventive maintenance
• Collaborate closely with the technical and marine departments to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations
• Continuously develop your technical expertise through Heerema training program

Skills

English communication

Reporting skills

Fast learner

Education

Maritime School degree with Ship Electronics minor

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Heerema Marine Contractors in Leiden is seeking a Junior Offshore Electrician Maritime Specialist to start your electrical career at sea. You’ll be trained and guided by experienced specialists to maintain electrical equipment and automation systems on our state-of-the-art crane vessels and to diagnose and repair malfunctions.

You’ll participate in training programs to grow into roles such as Electrical Maritime Specialist 2 or beyond, building hands-on skills, safety awareness, and a proactive