Marine Engineer (Communications & Navigation)

AMSERS CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine consulting firm in Singapore is seeking qualified candidates for installation and troubleshooting of marine navigation and communication systems. The ideal candidate will hold a valid GOC and have 2-5 years of experience in the marine or offshore industry. Responsibilities include conducting Radio Surveys, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with standards during installations. Opportunities exist for travel to various locations, including overseas job sites.

Qualifications

• Valid GOC required for Radio Surveys.
• Manufacturer training for marine communication equipment preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in marine or offshore industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Radio Surveys for GMDSS equipment.
• Install and troubleshoot marine navigation systems.
• Provide technical support via email and phone.
• Ensure compliance with required standards in commissioning.

Skills

GOC (General Operator’s Certificate)

Installation of marine communication equipment

Troubleshooting of navigation systems

Technical support

Education

Nitec / Higher Nitec / Diploma in Electronics, Communications, RF Technology, Marine Engineering

Tools

Marine Radar

Gyro Compass

VHF/UHF

Inmarsat / FBB

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct Radio Surveys for GMDSS equipment in accordance with required standards.
• Perform installation, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of marine navigation systems such as:
• Marine Radar
• Gyro Compass / Magnetic Compass
• Autopilot
• Echo Sounder
• Speed Log
• Steering Systems (FFU/NFU)
• Weather Fax
• Wind Speed/Direction systems
• Perform installation, troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning of marine communication systems including:
• GMDSS
• VHF/UHF
• MF/HF SSB
• NBDP / NDB
• Navtex
• Inmarsat / FBB
• Local Area Networks
• Email & onboard communication systems
• Provide technical support to service coordinators through email and phone.
• Execute jobs at shipyards, vessels at anchorage, and overseas locations, including installation, commissioning, servicing, troubleshooting, repairs, and warranty-related work.
• Ensure all test results and commissioning activities comply with required standards.
• Prepare and complete installation, commissioning, and service reports accurately.
• Maintain detailed records of service, maintenance, warranty, and repair activities.
• Liaise with service coordinators and suppliers to provide technical solutions and follow-up on equipment defect reports.
• Experience with systems such as Radar, Echo Sounder, Autopilot, Speed Log, Radio Equipment, MF/HF, VHF, FleetBroadband, VSAT, etc., will be an added advantage.

Requirements

• Valid GOC (General Operator’s Certificate) for conducting Radio Surveys.
• Manufacturer training and approvals for marine communication equipment are strongly preferred.
• Nitec / Higher Nitec / Diploma in Electronics, Communications, RF Technology, Marine Engineering, or relevant field.
• 2–5 years of experience in the marine or offshore industry, especially in installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of navigation and communication equipment.
• Able to travel overseas, often on short notice.
• Completion of Shipyard Safety Instruction Course (or willing to obtain).