HSB Technical Ltd
NavCom Field Service Engineer
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Position: NavCom Field Service Engineer
Job ID: 960496
Location: Portsmouth (Positions also available across the UK and Europe)
Rate/Salary: Competitive Salary (DOE)
Benefits:
- Annual bonus
- Matched pension up to 7.5%
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Ongoing manufacturer training
- Free parking
- Onsite gym (where applicable)
Type: Permanent
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, Subsea, and Fire & Security sectors.
The below job description outlines the position of: NavCom Field Service Engineer
Typically, this person will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance, and repair of marine navigation and communication systems onboard a wide variety of vessels. Working independently or as part of a team, they will support retrofit projects, system upgrades, and fault-finding across the UK and overseas.
HSB Technical's client is an established provider of marine communications and navigation solutions, delivering engineering services to commercial, leisure, defence, and offshore customers.
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Duties and Responsibilities of the NavCom Field Service Engineer:
- Carry out installation, commissioning, servicing, and repairs on marine navigation and communication equipment.
- Perform VDR Annual Performance Tests (VDR-APTs).
- Conduct GMDSS Radio Surveys.
- Install, maintain, and repair GMDSS communication systems.
- Install, maintain, and repair marine navigation equipment.
- Install, configure, and support VSAT satellite broadband systems.
- Complete retrofit projects, including full bridge installations and integrated navigation systems.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical, electronic, and communication system faults.
- Work independently or alongside other field service engineers on board a wide range of vessels.
- Complete service documentation and ensure work is carried out to the company and customer standards.
- Travel throughout the UK and overseas as required.
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Qualifications and Requirements for the NavCom Field Service Engineer:
- HNC, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
- An IT or Engineering-based qualification is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Marine Service Engineer.
- Strong knowledge of marine electrical and electronic systems.
- Experience working with marine navigation and communication equipment.
- Experience installing and maintaining VSAT satellite communication systems.
- Current UK driving licence.
- Valid passport with the ability to travel internationally.
- Able to pass a marine/offshore medical.
- GMDSS Radio Operator/Maintainer Licence is desirable.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.
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