Position: NavCom Field Service Engineer
Job ID: (phone number removed)
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.
 
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.

• 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.