Service Engineer (Marine NavCom)

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in marine technology is seeking a Service Engineer to install, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of marine navigation and communication systems. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in telecommunications or electrical engineering and have at least four years of practical experience in the field. Knowledge in networking and IT concepts is essential. This role involves providing technical support to crew members and ensuring systems meet safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Four years of practical expertise with marine communication and navigation systems.
• Strong understanding of networking and IT processes.
• Possession of General Operator's Certificate (GOC) recommended.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain marine radar systems and communications equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and inspections.
• Identify and fix technical problems to ensure system uptime.
• Provide technical support and guidance to crew members.
• Organize installations and repairs with internal teams.

Skills

Installation and maintenance of marine navigation systems

Troubleshooting technical problems

Networking and IT concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in telecommunications or electrical/electronics engineering

Job description

About the job Service Engineer (Marine NavCom)

• Marine radar systems, chartplotters, ECDIS, AIS, VDR, VHF radios, MF/HF SSB, autopilots, maritime IT equipment, and VSAT systems are just a few of the marine navigation and communication systems that need to be installed, troubleshooted, and maintained.
• To guarantee optimum performance and adherence to safety rules, perform routine maintenance checks and inspections on installed systems.
• Effectively identify and fix technical problems to reduce downtime and guarantee that onboard systems continue to function.
• Assist crew members on board with technical support and direction for the upkeep and operation of navigation and communication systems.
• When necessary, organise installations, upgrades, and repairs with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Stay up to date on changes in the maritime navigation and communication systems sector, laws, and technology.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in telecommunications, electrical/electronics engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Four years or more of practical expertise installing, debugging, and maintaining marine communication and navigation systems.
• Solid understanding of networking and IT concepts and procedures.
• It is advised to have a General Operator's Certificate (GOC).
• It is preferable to have knowledge of marine electrical and electronic systems.