Trinity House
Electronic Technical Officer
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Electronic Technical Officer
Permanent
England and Wales
£54,156.00 - 58,751.00 per annum
3 weeks on, 3 weeks off
Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Incorporated by Royal Charter in 1514, Trinity House has safeguarded mariners and UK coastal waters for over 500 years. As the General Lighthouse Authority for England, Wales, the Channel Islands and Gibraltar, we operate and maintain lighthouses, lightvessels and offshore buoys, combining maritime expertise with modern technology.
We are seeking a practical, hands-on Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) to support Trinity House's specialist fleet and vital navigation service.
You will work across Trinity House's specialist fleet, maintaining established electrical systems alongside modern marine technology, while helping ensure smooth operational readiness as two new vessels are delivered in 2029 to replace the current fleet.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
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- Maintain and troubleshoot fleet electrical and control systems.
- Carry out repairs to lighting, power distribution, galley equipment, circuits, relays and sensors.
- Maintain, inspect and test electrical systems on offshore Major Aids to Navigation.
- Support buoy operations, deck machinery, cranes and winches alongside the seamanship team.
- Maintain and troubleshoot radar, radio, GMDSS and bridge electronics.
- Opportunity to contribute to fleet modernization projects and transition support for the new hybrid vessels.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
Essential
- CoC: STCW III/6 ETO Certificate of Competency (or Senior ETO CoC).
- Education: HNC / HND in Marine/Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent NVQ Level 3).
- Certifications: Valid Unrestricted ENG1 Medical Certificate.
- Work Auth: Valid UK Passport holder or valid UK Work Permit.
- STCW Safety Refresher: Valid STCW certificates in line with MSN 1860 Section 7.2.
- Radio & Electronics: AMERC GMDSS Radio Maintenance Certificate & AMERC Electronic Navigation Equipment Maintenance (ENEM).
- High Voltage: High Voltage (Management Level) Certificate.
Desirable
- DP Maintenance certification or experience, preferably Kongsberg.
- Strong practical fault-finding skills across legacy and modern digital systems.
- New-build, vessel commissioning, shipyard delivery, or integration project experience.
- Experience working with hybrid power systems, modern vessel automation.
- Experience working with seamanship teams or heavy deck machinery.
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WHAT DO WE OFFER
- Training & Development: Technical and manufacturer training, including Kongsberg DP Maintenance.
- Professional Development: Fully funded STCW updates, medical refreshers and statutory qualifications, with support towards professional engineering registration and career progression.
- Pension: Civil Service Pension Scheme with 28.97% employer contribution.
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We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we look forward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusive environment.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the online application process, by submitting your CV along with a supporting statement, evidencing how you meet the role requirements.
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